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Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 18 Pro

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Sony · 2025

Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G

Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Apple iPhone 18 Pro wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
1 win
Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G
Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Apple iPhone 18 ProSony Xperia 10 VII 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsApple iPhone 18 Pro
    97
    61
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    82
    82
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    88
    88
  • BatterySony Xperia 10 VII 5G
    51
    56
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,056 mAh
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the bigger screen6.3" vs 6.1"
  • Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G is lighter168 g vs 211 g
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G
  • ✓43 g lighter (168 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+944 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 18 ProSony Xperia 10 VII 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedNot listed
Screen Size6.3"6.1"
Resolution & DensityN/A N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 18 Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage2048 GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight211 g168 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,056 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedNot listed
USB Port & SpeedNot listedNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Apple iPhone 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 89.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Apple iPhone 18 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB.

Buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro if you want

More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB

Buy Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+944 mAh more) · Lighter body: 168g (43g lighter in hand)

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 18 Pro or Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.0/100 compared to Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G (89.0/100), driven by advantages in More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB.

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4056 mAh battery. Sony Xperia 10 VII 5G has a 6.1-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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