Realme 12 Pro 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Compare Realme 12 Pro 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5000mAh vs…
Realme
12 Pro 5G
$299
7categories won
Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
6categories won
8 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Realme 12 Pro 5G takes the overall win
The Realme 12 Pro 5G claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 10 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the 12 Pro 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 12 Pro 5G. Choose the 12 Pro 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Sony Xperia 10 VI if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
12 Pro 5G wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 67W fast charging.
Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) and smooth everyday multitasking.
12 Pro 5G wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 2x dedicated optical zoom.
12 Pro 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $299 vs $399.
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.
12 Pro 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 | 1080 x 2520Winner |
| Pixel density | 394 ppi | 449 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 950 nitsWinner | 800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 575,000 | 570,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 2780 | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 2x | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 67 WWinner | 21 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 190 g | 164 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.75 mm | 8.3 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP65 / IP68 |
| Build | Plastic frame, vegan leather back, glass front | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 2 years | 3 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 3 years | 4 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $299Winner | $399 |
Realme 12 Pro 5G
Co-designed with luxury watchmaker Ollivier Savéo, the realme 12 Pro features a fluted golden bezel, vegan leather back with 3D Jubilee bracelet stitching, a dedicated 32MP 2x optical portrait telephoto camera, and 67W fast charging.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
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