Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI

Compare Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs…

Samsung

Sony Xperia 10 VI

$399

4categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S26 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S26 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 S26

Galaxy S26 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S26

Galaxy S26 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueSony Xperia 10 VI

Sony Xperia 10 VI wins on budget and value at $399 compared to $790.

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 S26 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S26	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Screen size	6.3"	6.1"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2520Winner
Pixel density	409 ppi	449 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 HzWinner	60 Hz
Peak brightness	2600 nitsWinner	800 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S26	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600	Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Process node	2 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	3,064,672Winner	570,000
Geekbench multi	10824Winner	2780
Maximum RAM	12 GBWinner	8 GB
Maximum storage	512GBWinner	128GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S26	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Main sensor	50 MPWinner	48 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MPWinner	8 MP
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	8 MP
Max video	—	4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S26	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Capacity	4,300 mAh	5,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging	25 WWinner	21 W
Wireless charging	15 WWinner	No

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S26	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Weight	167 g	164 g
Thickness	7.2 mmWinner	8.3 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP65 / IP68
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame	Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S26	Sony Xperia 10 VI
Operating system	Android 16	Android 14
OS updates	7 yearsWinner	3 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S26, Sony Xperia 10 VI
Specification	Galaxy S26	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	$790	$399Winner