Oppo A18 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Compare Oppo A18 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: MediaTek Helio G85 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 5000mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $699 vs $399. Full…

Oppo
Oppo A18
$699
1categories won

Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
8categories won
4 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Sony Xperia 10 VI takes the overall win
The Sony Xperia 10 VI proves superior overall against the Oppo A18, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Sony Xperia 10 VI leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Sony Xperia 10 VI. Choose the Sony Xperia 10 VI if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Oppo A18 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Sony Xperia 10 VI takes battery honors offering 5,000 mAh alongside 21W charging.
Sony Xperia 10 VI provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and 8GB RAM.
Sony Xperia 10 VI takes photography with 48MP optics.
Sony Xperia 10 VI wins on budget and value at $399 compared to $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Oppo A18 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Oppo A18 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.56" | 6.1" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 | 1080 x 2520Winner |
| Pixel density | 269 ppi | 449 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 HzWinner | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 720 nits | 800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Oppo A18 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | — | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 250,000 | 570,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 1360 | 2780Winner |
| Maximum RAM | — | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | Oppo A18 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 2 |
| Ultrawide | — | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 5 MP | 8 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Oppo A18 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 10 W | 21 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Oppo A18 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 188 g | 164 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP65 / IP68 |
| Build | — | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | Oppo A18 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, ColorOS 14) | Android 14 |
| OS updates | — | 3 years |
| Security updates | — | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Oppo A18 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $399Winner |
Oppo A18
Oppo A18 is an essential entry-level smartphone equipped with a smooth 90Hz display reaching 720 nits, IP54 dust/water resistance, 36-Month Fluency Protection, and a 5000mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.56"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G85
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, ColorOS 14)
Sony Xperia 10 VI
The Sony Xperia 10 VI is an audiophile and endurance marvel, weighing an astonishing 164g with 2-day battery life from its 5,000mAh cell. Features a cinematic 21:9 wide OLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, dual front-facing stereo speakers, a 3.5mm Hi-Res audio jack, 48MP OIS 2-in-1 zoom camera, and full IP65/IP68 water immersion proofing.
- Display
- 6.1"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh