OnePlus N6 Lite vs Sony Xperia X: Which One Should You Buy?
Sony Xperia X edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
OnePlus N6 Lite
Sony Xperia X
Sony Xperia X wins 2 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsTie4545
- Camerafrom specsSony Xperia X5783
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieSony Xperia X4060
- Batteryfrom specsOnePlus N6 Lite1000
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- OnePlus N6 Lite has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 2,620 mAh
- Sony Xperia X has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 13 MP
- OnePlus N6 Lite has the bigger screen6.75" vs 5"
- Sony Xperia X has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 5 MP
- OnePlus N6 Lite has more RAM4 GB vs 3 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Sony Xperia X wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
The Sony Xperia X is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (50 MP vs 13 MP) and sharper selfie camera (16 MP vs 5 MP). The OnePlus N6 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 2,620 mAh).
Larger battery: 7,000 mAh vs 2,620 mAh · Larger display: 6.75" vs 5"
Higher-resolution main camera: 50 MP vs 13 MP
Common questions
Which is better: OnePlus N6 Lite or Sony Xperia X?
The Sony Xperia X is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (50 MP vs 13 MP) and sharper selfie camera (16 MP vs 5 MP). The OnePlus N6 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 2,620 mAh). BeastScore: OnePlus N6 Lite 86.0/100, Sony Xperia X 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus N6 Lite and Sony Xperia X?
OnePlus N6 Lite has a 6.75-inch display and 7000 mAh battery. Sony Xperia X has a 5-inch display and 2620 mAh battery.
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