Realme 16 Pro+ 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Compare Realme 16 Pro+ 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 6100mAh vs…
Realme
16 Pro+ 5G
$379
10categories won
Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
1categories won
7 categories tied · 18 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Realme 16 Pro+ 5G takes the overall win
The Realme 16 Pro+ 5G claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 10 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 16 Pro+ 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Pro+ 5G. Choose the 16 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.
16 Pro+ 5G wins on endurance with 6,100 mAh and 80W fast charging.
16 Pro+ 5G leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 and 16GB RAM.
16 Pro+ 5G wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.
Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $379.
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.
16 Pro+ 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.74" | 6.1" |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712Winner | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixel density | — | 449 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3500 nitsWinner | 800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | — | 570,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GBWinner | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | — | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,100 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 80 WWinner | 21 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 198 g | 164 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP65 / IP68 |
| Build | — | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 years | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $379 | $399 |
Realme 16 Pro+ 5G
Bringing luxury vegan leather finishes, a curved 1.5K 120Hz display, and an authentic Sony LYT-600 periscope telephoto lens to the sub-$400 arena, Realme redefines affordable portraiture.
- Display
- 6.74"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,100mAh
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