Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs Sony Xperia 10 V
Samsung's Galaxy S24+ dominates with its flagship Exynos 2400 processor delivering significantly faster performance, a brighter 2600-nit AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, and superior camera capabilities including 8K video recording and a dedicated 3x telephoto lens. Battery life edges ahead at 4900mAh with 45W charging. Sony's Xperia 10 V offers exceptional value at $449, featuring a genuine OLED panel, respectable 5000mAh battery, and reliable mid-range performance through the Snapdragon 695. However, its 60Hz display, limited 4K video, 6GB RAM, and lack of wireless charging feel dated. For demanding users prioritizing photography, gaming, and cutting-edge features, the S24+ justifies its $550 premium. Budget-conscious buyers should accept the Xperia 10 V's compromises, though it struggles keeping pace with modern flagships.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S24+ | Sony Xperia 10 V |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 196 g | 159 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, frosted glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm | 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 10 MP 3x optical | 8 MP, f/2.5, 2x optical zoom |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 30W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.1 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO | OLED |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 2520 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2600 | 700 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| GPU | Xclipse 940 | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset | Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.1 |
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Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Pros
- Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- 12 GB RAM standard
- Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
- Seven years of software updates
Cons
- Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
- No telephoto improvement over S23+
- Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
- 45W charging unchanged
Sony Xperia 10 V
Pros
- Featherlight 159 g — extremely easy to carry
- OLED display at this price is unusual
- IP68 full water resistance
- Headphone jack and microSD included
- Clean software with two years of updates
Cons
- Only 60Hz refresh rate
- Snapdragon 695 is noticeably mid-tier
- 6 GB RAM is tight for multitasking
- No wireless charging
- 8 MP ultrawide and telephoto fall short of rivals
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