Sony Xperia 10 VI vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
Compare Sony Xperia 10 VI vs Xiaomi 17 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 48MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs 5500mAh…
Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
2categories won
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
18categories won
1 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 17 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 17 Pro proves superior overall against the Sony Xperia 10 VI, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 17 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the 17 Pro. Choose the 17 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Sony Xperia 10 VI if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
17 Pro takes battery honors offering 5,500 mAh alongside 90W charging.
17 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
17 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 3.2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Sony Xperia 10 VI provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $399 vs $999.
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.
Sony Xperia 10 VI vs 17 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Sony Xperia 10 VI | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.1" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 | 1200 x 2670Winner |
| Pixel density | 449 ppi | 460 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 800 nits | 3200 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Sony Xperia 10 VI | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 570,000 | 3,060,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2780 | 10420Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 16 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Sony Xperia 10 VI | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 48 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 3.2x |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Sony Xperia 10 VI | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,500 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 21 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Sony Xperia 10 VI | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 164 gWinner | 191 g |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP65 / IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear |
Software and support
| Specification | Sony Xperia 10 VI | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) |
| OS updates | 3 years | 5 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 5 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Sony Xperia 10 VI | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $399Winner | $999 |
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
Xiaomi 17 Pro
Packing a Snapdragon 8 Elite, a dense 5,500 mAh battery, and Leica Summilux optics with stepless variable aperture into a 6.36-inch chassis with 1.1mm symmetrical bezels, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is the gold standard for compact flagships.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh