The Japanese firm Sony has stepped on the accelerator in the development of its mobile phones with the aim of becoming one of the reference firms in the most popular ranges. A clear bet is the new Sony Xperia 10 II , which today we face the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 , the mid-range of the Chinese par excellence.
We are facing two mobiles that have certain similarities, but to those who especially distance the price, one of the key aspects when deciding on one or the other terminal. Let’s review where each of these mobiles stands out.
Comparison between the Sony Xperia 10 II and the Redmi Note 8
| – | Sony Xperia 10 II | Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 |
|---|---|---|
| screen | 6.0 ″ OLED / FullHD + Resolution / Aspect ratio 20: 9/21: 9 / Corning Gorilla Glass 6 | 6.3 inch IPS FullHD + 19.5: 9/409 dpi |
| Size and weight | 157 x 69 x 8.2 mm / 151 grams | 158.3 x 75.3 x 8.35 mm / 190 grams |
| Processor | Snapdragon 665 at 2.8 GHz / Adreno 650 GPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 at 2 GHz with Adreno 610 GPU |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| Camera | – Triple rear camera with 12 MP 26 mm sensor 8 MP sensor 52 mm 8 MP 16 mm sensor – 8 Mpx front |
Rear: Quad 48 MP + 8 MP Wide Angle + 2 MP Macro + 2 MP ToF Front: 13 MP |
| Connectivity | 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz) Bluetooth 5 LE, USB Type C, side fingerprint reader, audio jack and IP65 / 68 protection | USB Type C, 4G / LTE, Dual SIM, Bluetooth 5, WiFi 802.11 ac Dual band, headphone jack, fingerprint reader rear |
| UI | Android 10 | Android 9 Pie with MIUI |
| Battery | 3,600 mAh with fast 18W charging | 4,000 mAh with fast 18W charging |
| Price | N / A | From 162 euros |
Screen and dimensions
In this aspect both mobiles have similar capabilities, although there are obvious differences. The screen size of the Sony mobile is 6 inches, while the resolution is Full HD +.
In the case of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 we have a 6.3-inch screen with Full HD + resolution with water-shaped notch . The screen of the latter occupies more on the front of the phone, 81.7%, compared to 77.6% of Sony and has no notch. But in the case of the latter we have a 21: 9 aspect ratio , which makes this screen even more panoramic. The sony has dimensions of 157 x 69 x 8.2 mm and weighs 151 grams, while the Redmi has dimensions of 158.3 x 75.3 x 8.4 mm and weighs considerably more, 190 grams.
Performance
In this aspect both phones have similar characteristics. So much so that the processor they have is the same, the Snapdragon 665 , a classic of the mid-range that offers us a solvent and proven performance during the last years.
As for the RAM we have 4GB in the Sony and 3GB, 4GB or 6GB in the Redmi. The internal storage of the Sony is 128GB and in the Chinese 32GB, 64GB or 128GB in both cases expandable by microSD cards.
Camera
Here we begin to have differences, although they should not be decisive either. The Sony Xperia 10 II has a triple camera , with three 12, 8 megapixel telephoto and 8 megapixel ultra wide angle sensors.
In the case of Redmi Note 8 we have a quad camera . It has sensors of 48 megapixels, 8 megapixels ultra wide angle, 2 megapixels macro and 2 megapixels deep. Both can record video in 4K resolution at 30fps. In front of the selfie camera offers us 8 megapixels in the Sony, and 13 megapixels in the Redmi.
Battery, connectivity, software and other features
As for the battery capacity, the Sony arrives with 3600mAh , quite good for what the Japanese firm has accustomed us, and is compatible with fast 18W charging. In the case of Redmi we have a 4000mAh and compatible with the same fast charge of 18W. Sony has NFC connectivity, and Redmi does not, although 8T is the model that integrates that connectivity to make mobile payments.
Both have USB Type-C connector, while Sony has Bluetooth 5.0 and Redmi 4.2. In its favor the Sony has support for high resolution audio, with 24-bit / 192kHz audio files, and also has IP68 certification . What makes it resistant to water and dust, to the point of being able to submerge it in water for thirty minutes to a meter and a half. The Sony has a fingerprint reader built into the side power button, while the Redmi has it on the back. Sony comes to the market with Android 10 as an operating system, while in the case of Chinese it has Android 9 with MIUI 11, although it is expected to receive Android 10 in this first quarter of the year.
Price and conclusion
If we stick to the price, the Xperia 10 II we still do not know, but we can get an idea of what it will be if we consider that of its predecessor, the Xperia 10. This came to Spain for 349 euros . For its part, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 is currently priced for the 4GB + 64GB version of 161 euros . We are talking about practically 200 euros of difference. Even if we put ourselves in the best case at Sony and it came for 299 euros, it would be more than 100 euros apart. Therefore in price the choice is clear. And if we focus on features, we have an identical processor, so the performance is the same.
That is why we should look at other aspects, such as the camera, with the prestigious Sony sensors, or the screen, which is more panoramic in the Sony. This also has other interesting aspects such as compatibility with high resolution audio or IP68 protection, somewhat more in line with the mid-range. Therefore, the choice is clear, if you move for money and savings without sacrificing performance, Redmi is your choice without a doubt. But if you are looking for a mobile with premium appearance and finishes, and some features reserved for high ranges , as well as a better grip and lower weight, the Sony will be an excellent occasion , although predictably expensive.
