| Name | Sony Xperia 10 VII | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $529 | $499.99 |
| Released | Sep 2025 | Mar 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Samsung, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| Latest OS update? | - | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | OLED | AMOLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.1″ | 6.7″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2340×1080 | 2340×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 422 PPI | 385 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR | HDR10+ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Exynos 1580 |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Xclipse 540 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 2.4 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 128 | 256 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ✔ shared (SIM2) | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | 5 MP macro |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60/120 fps | 30/60 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | 720p@240 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 8 MP wide | 12 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | ❌ | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 4K selfie video? | ❌ | 30 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30 fps | 30/60 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ✔ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | ? | 45 W |
| Wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP65 | IP67 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| Frame material | Plastic | Aluminum |
| Back material | Plastic | Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Above screen | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Side-mounted | Under display |
| Special design features? | Shutter button | - |
| Color options: | Black, White, Green | Pink, Olive, Graphite, Lightgray |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.30×7.20×0.83 | 16.22×7.75×0.74 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.02×2.83×0.33 | 6.39×3.05×0.29 |
| Weight (gram): | 168 | 198 |
| Weight (oz): | 5.93 | 6.98 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | ❌ | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | ❌ | SIM tool |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | XQ-FE54, XQZ-CBFE | SM-A566 |
| User guide / manual | Web manual | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Sony.co.uk | Samsung.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Samsung, Amazon |
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