ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Sony Xperia 1 V
The Verdict
Both phones share the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and IP68 rating, but they cater to different priorities. The Zenfone 10 excels with its compact 5.92-inch display and exceptional 144Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for users preferring one-handed operation and smooth scrolling. Its 50MP main camera features gimbal stabilization and 8K video recording at 24fps, though it lacks telephoto capabilities. The Xperia 1 V offers a larger 6.5-inch OLED screen with 4K resolution (3840 x 1644) versus the Zenfone's 1080p, providing dramatically sharper visuals for media consumption. Sony's triple camera setup includes a dedicated 3.5x-5.2x telephoto lens and superior Cinema Pro video tools, while the 5000mAh battery lasts noticeably longer than the 4300mAh option. However, the Xperia costs double at $1399 versus $699. The Zenfone 10 delivers flagship performance at an aggressive price point with better portability, while the Xperia 1 V justifies premium pricing through superior display quality, professional camera features, and extended battery life. Choose the Zenfone 10 for value and compact handling; pick the Xperia 1 V if display quality and telephoto photography matter most.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS Zenfone 10 if…
- →Compact 5.92-inch flagship — one of the few small high-end phones
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 delivers flagship-tier performance
- →6-axis gimbal stabilization for ultra-steady video and photos
Buy the Sony Xperia 1 V if…
- →4K 120Hz OLED display — highest resolution on any phone
- →New Exmor T stacked sensor with 2-layer design
- →Pro-grade camera app with manual controls
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS Zenfone 10
Pros
- Compact 5.92-inch flagship — one of the few small high-end phones
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 delivers flagship-tier performance
- 6-axis gimbal stabilization for ultra-steady video and photos
- 144Hz AMOLED display is smooth and vibrant
- IP68 water resistance with wireless charging
Cons
- 30W wired charging is slow compared to 100W+ competitors
- 5.92-inch screen limits content consumption and typing comfort
- No telephoto lens — digital zoom only
- Plastic back feels less premium than glass
- ASUS software update cadence is slower than Samsung or Google
Sony Xperia 1 V
Pros
- 4K 120Hz OLED display — highest resolution on any phone
- New Exmor T stacked sensor with 2-layer design
- Pro-grade camera app with manual controls
- 3.5mm headphone jack retained
- 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
Cons
- $1399 is extremely expensive
- 30W charging is very slow for the price
- Software updates are slow compared to rivals
- Niche market appeal limits availability
- Auto mode camera lags behind Pixel and iPhone
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Sony Xperia 1 V |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (ZenUI) | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 172 g | 187 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, plastic back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 146.5 x 68.1 x 9.4 mm | 165 x 71 x 8.3 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.9, Gimbal OIS, Sony IMX766 | 52 MP, f/1.9, OIS (Exmor T sensor) |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@120fps, Cinema Pro |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 12 MP, f/2.3, 3.5x-5.2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 30W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W Qi | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.92 inches | 6.5 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3840 x 1644 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1100 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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