Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI

Compare Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 12MP vs 48MP camera, 4500mAh vs…

Samsung

Sony Xperia 10 VI

$399

6categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 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 S21 FE 5G is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S21 FE 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.

🔋 BatterySony Xperia 10 VI

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

🎮 GamingGalaxy S21 FE 5G

Galaxy S21 FE 5G leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S21 FE 5G

Galaxy S21 FE 5G wins photography with 12MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S21 FE 5G

Galaxy S21 FE 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $349 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.

Galaxy S21 FE 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Screen size	6.4"	6.1"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2520Winner
Pixel density	403 ppi	449 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 HzWinner	60 Hz
Peak brightness	1200 nitsWinner	800 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G	Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Process node	5 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	810,000Winner	570,000
Geekbench multi	3650Winner	2780
Maximum RAM	8 GB	8 GB
Maximum storage	256GBWinner	128GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Main sensor	12 MP	48 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MPWinner	8 MP
Selfie camera	32 MPWinner	8 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 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 S21 FE 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Weight	177 g	164 gWinner
Thickness	7.9 mmWinner	8.3 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP65 / IP68
Build	Aluminum frame, plastic back, Gorilla Glass Victus front	Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 5G	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Operating system	Android 12	Android 14
OS updates	4 yearsWinner	3 years
Security updates	5 yearsWinner	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S21 FE 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	$349Winner	$399