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Xperia 10 VI vs Pixel 8a

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Sony · 2024

Xperia 10 VI

Xperia 10 VI
79/ 100
Launch MSRP$449 USD
Google · 2024

Pixel 8a

Pixel 8a
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$499 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Pixel 8a BETTER THAN Xperia 10 VI?

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Xperia 10 VI
Pixel 8aWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORXperia 10Pixel 8aLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,492 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W18W30W Max
Main Camera Sensor48 MP64 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size6.1"6.1"6.1"
Chassis Weight164g188g164g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xperia 10 VI:
  • ✓24g lighter chassis (164g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$50 lower launch MSRP ($449 vs $499)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+508 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.1" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXperia 10 VIPixel 8a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDOLED
Screen Size6.1"6.1"
Resolution & Density2520x1080 (449 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,200 nits peak2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xperia 10 VI Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX56364 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto Zoom8 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.5, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens8 MP, f/213 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xperia 10 VI Lightest Chassis
Dimensions155 x 68 x 8.2 mm152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight164 g188 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xperia 10 VI Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported18W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$449$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Pixel 8a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.6/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Pixel 8a ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xperia 10 VI:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+508 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 18W
When to buy Pixel 8a:
Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 78.9 · Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 48 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xperia 10 VI vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Xperia 10 VI or Pixel 8a?

Pixel 8a leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.6/100 compared to Xperia 10 VI (78.9/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 78.9 and Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 48 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xperia 10 VI and Pixel 8a?

Xperia 10 VI is equipped with a 6.1-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xperia 10 VI and Pixel 8a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xperia 10 VI scores 85/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8a scores 88/100.

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