Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Compare Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 48MP…
Samsung
Galaxy S23 FE
$599
10categories won
Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
5categories won
4 categories tied · 19 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Galaxy S23 FE leads with sharper imaging, 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 Galaxy S23 FE if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Sony Xperia 10 VI takes battery honors offering 5,000 mAh alongside 21W charging.
Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) and smooth everyday multitasking.
Galaxy S23 FE wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.
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 S23 FE vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Galaxy S23 FE | 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 | 1450 nitsWinner | 800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy S23 FE | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | — | 570,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GBWinner | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | Galaxy S23 FE | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 10 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 24fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Galaxy S23 FE | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 25 WWinner | 21 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy S23 FE | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 209 g | 164 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP65 / IP68 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 front and back, aluminum frame | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | Galaxy S23 FE | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7) | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 years | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Galaxy S23 FE | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $599 | $399Winner |
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE brings flagship camera performance, an aluminum frame, IP68 water resistance, wireless charging, and Galaxy AI productivity tools down to an accessible sub-flagship price.
- Display
- 6.4"
- Chipset
- Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
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
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