Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Google Pixel 10 Pro (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $999 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 70/100 vs 52/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VIII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4870); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 1,467,600).
Google Pixel 10 Pro
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1499
- Better camera (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 6/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 1467600
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6191
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4870 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 29W
- Lighter: 200g vs 207g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 38/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 18 points higher (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro leads (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro leads (41/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 10 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (41/100 vs 6/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467600 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6191 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4870 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 29W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $999 | $1499 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- 4870 mAh
- Wired: 29W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Google Pixel 10 Pro by 61.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $500. Google Pixel 10 Pro is cheaper by $500.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro (90/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 10 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (41/100 vs 6/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (90/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.