Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI

Compare Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 108MP vs 48MP camera…

Samsung

Sony Xperia 10 VI

$399

4categories won

3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 10 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Sony Xperia 10 VI takes the lead, while the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Sony Xperia 10 VI if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatterySony Xperia 10 VI

Sony Xperia 10 VI takes battery honors offering 5,000 mAh alongside 21W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G wins photography with 108MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueSony Xperia 10 VI

Sony Xperia 10 VI wins on budget and value at $399 compared to $599.

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.

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Screen size	6.9"	6.1"
Resolution	1440 x 3088Winner	1080 x 2520
Pixel density	494 ppiWinner	449 ppi
Refresh rate	120 HzWinner	60 Hz
Peak brightness	1500 nitsWinner	800 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 5G	Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Process node	7 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	750,000Winner	570,000
Geekbench multi	3580Winner	2780
Maximum RAM	12 GBWinner	8 GB
Maximum storage	512GBWinner	128GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Main sensor	108 MPWinner	48 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	5x	—
Ultrawide	12 MPWinner	8 MP
Selfie camera	10 MPWinner	8 MP
Max video	8K at 24fps / 4K at 60fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Capacity	4,500 mAh	5,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging	25 WWinner	21 W
Wireless charging	15 WWinner	No

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Weight	208 g	164 gWinner
Thickness	8.1 mm	8.3 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP65 / IP68
Build	Stainless steel frame, Gorilla Glass Victus front and back	Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Operating system	Android 10	Android 14
OS updates	3 years	3 years
Security updates	4 years	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Storage expansion	microSD	microSD
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$599	$399Winner