Sony just dropped the Xperia 10 VII, and honestly, it’s about time they shook things up. After years of playing it safe with vertical camera arrangements, the company has finally gone horizontal with a pill-shaped module that looks surprisingly similar to Google’s Pixel design.
But don’t let that fool you into thinking this is just another mid-range phone with a fresh coat of paint. The Sony Xperia 10 VII packs some serious upgrades under the hood, including a 120Hz OLED display and Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset that should make this the most compelling entry in the series yet.
Finally, a 120Hz Display Worth Talking About
The biggest upgrade here is undoubtedly the display. Sony has bumped the Xperia 10 VII up to a 120Hz OLED panel, a massive leap from the 60Hz screen on last year’s model. We’re talking about a 6.1-inch Full HD+ display protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which should handle daily drops and scratches without breaking a sweat. The 120Hz refresh rate means scrolling through apps and browsing the web feels buttery smooth, something that was sorely missing from previous Sony Xperia phones in this price range.
Camera Gets a Much-Needed Redesign
Sony’s decision to go horizontal with the camera module isn’t just about looks. The new pill-shaped bump houses a 50MP main sensor using Sony’s own Exmor RS technology, paired with a 13MP ultrawide camera. This marks a significant step up from the previous generation and shows Sony is finally taking smartphone photography seriously across their entire lineup. The 8MP front-facing camera should handle video calls and selfies just fine, though don’t expect miracles at this price point.
A Much-Needed Performance Upgrade
Under the hood, the Sony Xperia 10 VII runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. That’s a solid upgrade from the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 in the previous model, and the extra RAM should help with multitasking. Sony promises up to two days of battery life from the 5,000mAh battery, plus you get four years of Android updates and six years of security patches. That’s impressive support for a mid-range device and shows Sony’s commitment to keeping their phones relevant longer.
The Xperia 10 VII will be available in White, Turquoise, and Charcoal Black for around €449 (roughly $525). While Sony hasn’t confirmed which markets will get the phone, the official Sony Malaysia page suggests it’s heading to Southeast Asia. For once, it feels like Sony has built a mid-range phone that doesn’t compromise on the basics while keeping that signature Xperia design philosophy intact.
