Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1199 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 56/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 1,617,706); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is noticeably lighter (197g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper: $1199 vs $1295
- Better camera (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (27/100 vs 21/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 1617706
- Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 2296
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 6203
- Lighter: 197g vs 232g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 10/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 3 points higher (59/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (68/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (68/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (53/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (27/100 vs 21/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 9293 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $1295 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Google Pixel 10 Pro XL by 46.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $96. Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is cheaper by $96.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (68/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (90/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (53/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (27/100 vs 21/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (68/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.