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Sony Xperia 10 III

Specifications

Sony Xperia 10 III
Sony Xperia 10 III (Xperia 10 Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 5G 8 x 1.7 - 2 GHz, Kryo 560 Gold (Cortex-A77) / Silver (Cortex-A55)
Graphics adapter
Memory
6 GB 
, LPDDR4x
Display
6.00 inch 21:9, 2520 x 1080 pixel 457 PPI, capacitive, OLED, Corning Gorilla Glass 6, glossy: yes, HDR, 60 Hz
Storage
128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash, 128 GB 
, 109 GB free
Connections
1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm audio port, USB-C, Card Reader: microSD up to 1 TB (FAT, FAT32, exFAT), 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Brightness Sensor, Sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, compass, OTG, Google Cast
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.1, 2G (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), 3G (band 1, 4, 5, 8), 4G (band 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41), 5G (band 1, 3, 7, 8, 28, 77,78), Dual SIM, LTE, 5G, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 8.3 x 154 x 68 ( = 0.33 x 6.06 x 2.68 in)
Battery
4500 mAh Lithium-Polymer
Charging
fast charging / Quickcharge
Operating System
Android 11
Camera
Primary Camera: 12 MPix (Exmor R, f/1.8, 27 mm, 1/2.8", 75°) + 8 MPix (2x optical zoom, f/2.4, 54 mm, 1/4.0", 45°) + 8 MPix (Ultra Wide, f/2.2, 16 mm, 1/4.0", 120°), Camera2 API Level: Level 3
Secondary Camera: 8 MPix (f/2.0, 24 mm, 1/4.0", 78°)
Additional features
Speakers: mono, Keyboard: onscreen, 7.5 W charger, USB cable, documentation, Sony Xperia UI, 24 Months Warranty, DRM Widevine L1, GNSS: A GPS, A GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS; waterproof (IPX5/IPX8), dustproof (IP6X), Body SAR: 1.31 W/kg, Head SAR: 1.07 W/kg, fanless, waterproof
Weight
169 g ( = 5.96 oz / 0.37 pounds), Power Supply: 54 g ( = 1.9 oz / 0.12 pounds)
Price
429 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 73.58% - average
Average of 25 scores (from 30 reviews)
price: 74%, performance: 66%, features: 79%, display: 83% mobility: 93%, workmanship: 89%, ergonomy: 79%, emissions: 96%

Reviews for the Sony Xperia 10 III

83.4% Sony Xperia 10 III review - A compact 5G smartphone with IP certification | Notebookcheck
Sony squeezes a lot of modern technology into a compact smartphone. In addition to a current Qualcomm 5G SoC, fast USB port, IP certification, and powerful battery, Sony has also equipped its smartphone with a triple camera system that deserves its name. Our test shows where it stumbles.
Sony Xperia 10 III Review
Source: Recombu English
The Sony Xperia 10 III is without doubt an unusual smartphone, and for the most part that’s actually a good thing, especially when it comes to the design and the display. However it does take its eye off the ball in a couple of key areas like performance level and fast-charging capability.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/13/2022
60% Sony Xperia 10 III review
Source: Tech Advisor English
Sony hasn’t released a budget phone globally in 2021, but the mid-range Xperia 10 III feels like it should be significantly more affordable. It sticks with a 60Hz display, while most phones shift to 90Hz or even 120Hz. There are still some fairly noticeable bezels too, which definitely aren't to everyone's tastes. The cameras are also extremely patchy, with charging speeds out of the box painfully slow. That’s not to say the Xperia 10 III doesn’t get anything right – far from it. Performance is fine and extends to mobile gaming, while battery life is among the best you’ll find anywhere. It still looks and feels like a premium handset, and the simple software experience is enjoyable. But Sony’s cautious spec sheet and comparatively high price tag means the Xperia 10 III needed to nail the basics. It simply doesn’t do that, making the phone hard to recommend.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/30/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
70% Sony Xperia 10 III Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English
The Sony Xperia 10 III is a uniquely equipped mid-ranger with a polished design, an unusually wide (and blissfully unobstructed) OLED display, and stellar battery life. But its performance falls well behind similarly priced rivals, and combined with the lack of a suitably fluid display, there’s been a disappointing lack of progress in some fundamental areas.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/20/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%
Sony Xperia 10 III
Source: GSM Choice English
Sony Xperia 10 III is a solid mid-range, but it doesn't get excited. The classic, characteristic for Sony design may be liked or seem secondary, but the 5G network support or significant improvements compared to its predecessor are definitely a good direction in the series evolution. The biggest advantages of the reviewed Xperia are the screen, IP65 / 68 certification, Gorilla Glass 6, compact housing and great battery life. However, the device's efficiency and photo quality are at an average level, which, combined with a relatively high price - 430 euros - makes it not a particularly profitable proposition. The biggest competition for this model will be Samsung Galaxy A52 5G, POCO F3, OnePlus Nord and Mi 11 Lite 5G.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/25/2021
60% Sony Xperia 10 III review: Underpowered and overpriced
Source: Expert Reviews English
A beautifully designed handset with a superb screen, the Xperia 10 III is let down by internals that don’t really justify the inflated price. Unless you really like the idea of a 21:9 screen or love Sony’s aesthetic enough to pay around £70 over the odds, then there’s not much reason to buy the Xperia 10 III. In terms of getting the most bang for your buck, then the Poco F3 is still as good as it gets. Alternatively, if photography is what’s most important to you, then the Pixel 4a remains the picture-taking king. Either way, you’ll end up saving £50 to £100 on the Xperia 10 III if you buy one of these handsets instead.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/16/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Sony Xperia 10 III review: Underpowered and overpriced
Source: Expert Reviews English
A beautifully designed handset with a superb screen, the Xperia 10 III is let down by internals that don’t really justify the inflated price. Unless you really like the idea of a 21:9 screen or love Sony’s aesthetic enough to pay around £70 over the odds, then there’s not much reason to buy the Xperia 10 III. In terms of getting the most bang for your buck, then the Poco F3 is still as good as it gets. Alternatively, if photography is what’s most important to you, then the Pixel 4a remains the picture-taking king. Either way, you’ll end up saving £50 to £100 on the Xperia 10 III if you buy one of these handsets instead.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/21/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Sony Xperia 10 III review
Source: Techradar English
The Sony Xperia 10 III has possibly the worst camera we’ve tested at £400 (around $470, AU$740) for some time, fueled not just by the use of uninspiring sensors but poor processing too. Other Sony divisions make the very best phone camera sensors, and many of the best mirrorless cameras money can buy. But there’s no evidence of that expertise in the Xperia 10 III.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/09/2021
Rating: Total score: 60%
85% Sony Xperia 10 III review
Source: Fone Arena English
Sony Mobile reported its first profit in years back in April and that’s a solid indicator that the company is on the right track. Last year, I was pleasantly surprised with the Xperia 10 II - this phone quickly found its way to our Best phones under $400 pick, and for a good reason. It ticked all the right boxes at a crazy price. This year’s model - the Xperia 10 III - bears a heavy burden of expectations upon itself. And it sort of lives up to these expectations. The design remains the same with a couple of refinements here and there.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/08/2021
Rating: Total score: 85%
74% Sony Xperia 10 III review
Source: GSM Arena English
The Xperia 10 III, similarly to the bulk of Xperias in the past, is hard to get us excited and advising that you rush into stores to get one. It's got its flaws - the 60Hz display sticks out at a time when virtually the entire industry is switching to high refresh rates. And we've picked our words very carefully when talking about the charger but we do have very strong feelings in that respect. Stereo speakers are ever more common in the midrange too, and the Xperia misses out on this trend too. And for a phone that prides itself on its camera prowess, selfies sure aren't up to scratch. However, the Xperia has its fair share of advantages over the competition. Starting with the physical, the Xperia is one of the most compact devices you can find in the midrange. More importantly, it has full IP65/IP68 dust and water protection - best in class weather sealing.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/04/2021
Rating: Total score: 74%

Foreign Reviews

92% Sony Xperia 10 III
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/13/2021
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 92% features: 94% display: 90% mobility: 96%
Robuste Mittelklasse kann vielfach überzeugen
Source: WinFuture German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/01/2021
80% Sony Xperia 1 III Ok, Zoomer!
Source: Nextpit Germany German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/10/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
78% Sony Xperia 10 III
Source: Chinahandys.net German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/25/2021
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 85% workmanship: 90%
86% Sony Xperia 10 III im Test: Schlankes OLED-Smartphone mit 5G
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/13/2021
Rating: Total score: 86%
80% Ausgezeichnet, aber nicht außergewöhnlich
Source: Mobile Geeks German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/30/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% display: 80% mobility: 100% workmanship: 90%
80% Kleines, wasserfestes Smartphone mit OLED und super Akku
Source: Tech Stage German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/18/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Sony Xperia 10 III Das Schaf im Wolfspelz
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/13/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Sony Xperia 10 III review: dit zijn de plus- en minpunten
Source: AndroidWorld.nl Dutch NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/06/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%
75% Review: Sony Xperia 10 III schiet net tekort, maar doet weinig fout
Source: FWD Dutch NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/30/2021
Rating: Total score: 75%
70% Sony Xperia 10 III: is drie keer scheepsrecht?
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%
65% Test du Sony Xperia 10 III : le smartphone du quotidien encore un peu à la traîne
Source: Meilleurmobile French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/07/2021
Rating: Total score: 65%
[WIDEO] Recenzja Sony Xperia 10 III – dwa do zera dla konkurencji :/
Source: 90 Sekund Turkish PL→EN
Positive: Elegant design; solid workmanship; headphone jack; quick charging. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/15/2021
Sony Xperia 10 III - wejściowy średniak po japońsku
Source: Antyweb Turkish PL→EN
Positive: Compact size; light weight; solid workmanship; long battery life; nice display; fast fingerprint sensor; headphone jack; waterproof. Negative: Average performance; weak connectivity; high price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2021
82% Recenze Sony Xperia 10 III: protáhlý elegán z druhé ligy
Source: Smartmania.cz CZ→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/05/2021
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 79% features: 77% mobility: 94% workmanship: 86%
67% Sony Xperia 10 III [TEST]: Mediemobil med motorproblemer
Source: Alt om Data DA→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/16/2021
Rating: Total score: 67% price: 67% performance: 50%
50% Sony Xperia 10 III test | klarer den ikke
Source: Mere Mobil.dk DA→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/22/2021
Rating: Total score: 50%
80% Test: Sony Xperia 10 III – välbyggd och snygg mellanklassmobil
Source: M3 PC för alla SV→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
72% Test: Sony Xperia 10 Mark 3 – I smidigare format
Source: Mobil.se SV→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/15/2021
Rating: Total score: 72%
Sony Xperia 10 III: un midrange premium peste medie
Source: Computerblog.ro →EN
Positive: Elegant design; great built quality; excellent cameras; long battery life. Negative: Too narrow; plastic case; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/14/2021
80% Sony Xperia 10 III arvostelu
Source: Puhelinvertailu →EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/09/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 619L: Integrated (in the Snapdragon 690) graphics card based on the Adreno 600 architecture. The performance is a lot better than the old Adreno 612.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


SD 690 5G: Fast mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU Kryo 560 cores (two fast 2 GHz ARM Cortex-A77 based cores in a cluster and six power saving ARM Cortex-A55 based cores at 1.7 GHz) and a lower mid range Adreno 619L GPU. Manufactured in the 8 nm LPP process at Samsung.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.00":

It is a very small display format for smartphones. You should by no means be mis-sighted and you will generally see very little on the screen and only have a small resolution available. In return, the device should be very small and handy.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Sony: Sony Corporation is one of the largest Japanese electronics companies. The company was founded in 1946 under a different name and initially produced rice stoves. The company launched the first transistor radio. In 1958, the company was renamed Sony. Sony is a combination of the Latin word sonus (sound) and the English word sonny (little boy). Today, its core business is consumer electronics. The company is engaged in the development, design, manufacture and sale of electronic equipment, instruments, devices, game consoles and software. Sony operates in the following segments: Gaming and Network Services, Music, Images, Home Entertainment and Sound, Imaging Products and Solutions, Mobile Communications, Semiconductors, Financial Services and Others.


73.58%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2021-06-26 (Update: 2021-06-26)