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Nothing Phone (3a) vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Product A: Nothing
96 of 162 known
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Product B: Sony
85 of 162 known
Change Sony Xperia 10 VI
92 of 154 fields differ
- 45 different values
- 47 known for one only
- 16 the same
- 46 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 284 phones.
- Security support period (claimed)A: 6yearsB: 4yearsNothing is 2 years higher.
- Geekbench single-coreA: 1,171pointsB: 948pointsNothing is 223 points higher.
- Geekbench multi-coreA: 3,250pointsB: 2,896pointsNothing is 354 points higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- ANothing: 77.5 × 163.5 mm
- BSony: 68 × 155 mm
All 162 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
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Predecessor
Nothing Phone (2a)8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/The-elegant-all-rounder-presses-all-the-right-buttons-Nothing-Phone-3a-review.994680.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Notebookcheck's review says the Nothing Phone (3a) replaces the Nothing Phone (2a).11Press article9to5google.com/2025/03/04/nothing-phone-3a-series-hands-onRead 23 October 20269to5Google calls the Nothing Phone (3a) the direct sequel to the Nothing Phone (2a).
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Successor
Nothing Phone (4a)12Reviewengadget.com/mobile/smartphones/nothings-phone-4a-pro-picks-up-flagship-features-and-an-even-brighter-display-for-499-111500926.htmlRead 23 October 2026Engadget says the Phone 4a Pro and Phone 4a are the sequels to the Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro.13Reviewgsmarena.com/nothing_phone_4a-review-2948.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena's review compares the Phone (4a) to its predecessor and names the Phone (3a) chipset as the one it replaces.
Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Blue, White, Black1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026
Form factor
OS support period (claimed)
3years1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026Maker launch policy expressly three years of Android updates from first nothing.tech availability.2Maker product pagenothing.community/d/27793-phone-3a-and-3a-pro-are-hereRead 5 October 2026Policy paragraph explicitly years from first nothing.tech availability.
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Security support period (claimed)
6years1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026Same maker launch-based six-year security promise. Not EPREL minimum counted from end of placement.2Maker product pagenothing.community/d/27793-phone-3a-and-3a-pro-are-hereRead 5 October 2026Same launch-based six years, not generations.
Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Thickness with camera bump
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Folded dimensions
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Weight
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Front
Back
Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
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Water resistance time
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MIL-STD-810
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SIM capacity
Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity0eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026Maker two nano-SIMs. eSIM Japan only, matching explicit maker FAQ. Exact EU base has zero eSIM. Japan hardware excluded.
Nano-SIMs1Active eSIM capacity1eSIM onlyNo2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mobile/xperia-10m6/v1/en/print.pdfRead 5 October 2026ES54 supports one physical nano-SIM plus one active eSIM simultaneously. The separate microSD slot remains available. Two simultaneously active eSIMs not established. Asian dual-physical-SIM shared tray excluded.
Stylus
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Stylus name
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
387.7ppi
449.5ppi
Aspect ratio
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Display type
Display type (as published)
Max refresh rate
Min refresh rate
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Touch sampling rate
Instant touch sampling
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Display brightness (typical, claimed)
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Outdoor brightness (claimed)
1,300nits1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026Maker outdoor 1300 nits claim.
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Peak display brightness (claimed)
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Minimum brightness
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Colour depth per channel
DCI-P3 coverage
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PWM dimming frequency
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Always-on display
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Front camera cutout
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Cover screen size
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Cover screen resolution
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Cover screen refresh rate
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Cover screen type
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Platform
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OS at launch
Software
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Latest stable OS (verified)
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 31Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
ANothing Phone (3a)
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARM Cortex-A720 | 2.5 |
| 3 | ARM Cortex-A720 | 2.4 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A520 | 1.8 |
BSony Xperia 10 VI
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A78 | 2.2 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A55 | 1.8 |
Max CPU clock
2.5GHz
2.2GHz
GPU
NPU performance
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Memory
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RAM
RAM type
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Storage (nominal)
Storage type
Memory card
Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
ANothing Phone (3a)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | OIS | Optical zoom | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 1.88 | 24 | 1/1.57" | Yes | Not available | 84.5° |
| Telephoto | 50 | 2 | 50 | 1/2.75" | Not available | 2× | 49.5° |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | 15 | 1/4" | Not available | Not available | 120° |
BSony Xperia 10 VI
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 48 | 1.8 | 26 | 1/2 inch | 0.8 | PDAF | Yes | 80° |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | 16 | 1/4 inch | 1.12 | Not available | Not available | 120° |
Source1Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026Two physical lenses. Main 48 MP effective sensor and 12 MP recording resolution are distinct. The 52 mm optical-quality mode is a crop of the 26 mm physical camera, not a separate telephoto camera or physical 2x zoom. Exmor RS is a sensor family, not an exact part number. Main OIS expressly named. Unqualified DCI-P3 100% claim is not stored as area coverage.6Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10_vi-review-2701.phpRead 5 October 2026Original exact-model camera table identifies native main 0.8 micrometre pitch, PDAF and OIS, ultrawide 1.12 pitch. Two physical rows, not three focal views. Maker optical formats, apertures and focal lengths retained. Review was an early May 2024 unit, no early benchmark measurements inherited.
Number of rear cameras
3
2
Main camera
50MP
48MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
2×
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Maximum photo digital zoom
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Flash
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Camera features
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Optical SteadyShot, Look, Night shooting, Panorama, Hand Shutter1Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026Hand Shutter is palm-triggered software, not a physical shutter button. No extra hardware control inferred.
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
ANothing Phone (3a)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
BSony Xperia 10 VI
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 120 |
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
3840 × 2160px
Recorded video HDR formats
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Log recording
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Video recording codecs
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Video stabilisation
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Maximum slow-motion capture rate
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Front camera
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Front cameras
ANothing Phone (3a)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 32 | 2.2 | 1/3.44" | 81.2° |
BSony Xperia 10 VI
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 8 | 2 | 26 | 1/4 inch | 1.12 | 78° |
Source1Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026Original maker expressly specifies 26 mm equivalent, overriding the introductory review table 16 mm. Unknown autofocus system omitted.6Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10_vi-review-2701.phpRead 5 October 2026Original exact-model table native 1.12 micrometre pitch. Maker 26 mm focal length wins over review introductory 16 mm typo. No fixed-focus subtype inferred from absence of autofocus.
Maximum front video rate per resolution
ANothing Phone (3a)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
BSony Xperia 10 VI
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
Front autofocus
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Audio
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Stereo speakers
3.5 mm jack
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Audio features
Not available
DSEE Ultimate, 360 Reality Audio Upmix, Hi-Resolution Audio1Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026
Network
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Network
2G bands
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19001Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19001Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026
3G bands
4G bands
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B17, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B38, B40, B41, B42, B48, B661Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026Exact maker global/EU list. Review typo bands are not copied.
B1, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B20, B28, B38, B39, B40, B411Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026
5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, n781Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026Exact maker NR list. No India-only union or guessed mmWave support.
n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n77, n78, n791Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026
5G modes
5G mmWave
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Maximum modem download rate
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Satellite
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
Not available
LDAC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive1Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026Actual wireless LDAC and aptX Adaptive expressly named. Playback codec lists and container names excluded.8Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10_vi-review-2701p3.phpRead 5 October 2026Exact-model connectivity expressly LDAC, aptX HD and aptX Adaptive. Other generically supported Qualcomm codecs not guessed.
NFC
Ultra-wideband
Not available
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Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS1Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026
Dual-frequency GNSS
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Connector
USB data standard
Video out over USB
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IR blaster
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Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Face unlock
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Sensors
Proximity sensor, Gyroscope, Front ambient light sensor, Electronic compass, Accelerometer1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026
Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor8Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10_vi-review-2701p3.phpRead 5 October 2026Original exact unit identifies physical accelerometer/gyroscope, magnetometer/compass, light and proximity. No barometer. Chip part families not used as additional sensor counts.
Extra buttons
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Haptic motor
Linear haptic motor1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026
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Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
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Battery capacity (typical)
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Rated battery energy
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Battery type
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Claimed battery life
ANothing Phone (3a)
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Talk time | 45 |
| Video streaming | 26 |
| Gaming | 11 |
BSony Xperia 10 VI
Not availableMaximum wired charging power (claimed)
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Wired charging standards
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Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
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Wireless charging
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Wireless charging power
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Wireless standards
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Built-in alignment magnets
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Reverse wireless output power
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Reverse wired
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Charger in box
Included adapter rated power
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Measured
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Geekbench single-core
Geekbench multi-core
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
AnTuTu
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Display brightness (measured)
PWM dimming (measured)
Mixed-use battery life (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR head (US)
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SAR body (US)
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SAR head (EU)
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SAR body (EU)
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Hearing aid compatibility
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In the box
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In the box
Nothing Phone (3a), Nothing Cable (USB-C to USB-C), Phone (3a) screen protector (pre-applied), SIM tray ejector tool, Safety card1Maker product pagenothing.tech/products/phone-3aRead 5 October 2026Exact current UK maker box list. Protective cover is absent, matching EU fiche No. A pre-applied screen film is not a protective case.
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Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
www.sony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specifications1Maker product pagesony.co.uk/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-10-vi/specificationsRead 5 October 2026Original maker full technical specifications and original 152-page Help Guide opened and read. No standalone technical PDF found in bounded original maker/support search. Exact European XQ-ES54 Black 8 GB/128 GB reference. Asian XQ-ES72 dual-physical-SIM hardware excluded.
Manual
device.report/m/00f1f30944d65f3da756819af7bf18511af9b2c89ade62f59d0eab10d9bf0bf4.pdf3Owner's manualdevice.report/m/00f1f30944d65f3da756819af7bf18511af9b2c89ade62f59d0eab10d9bf0bf4.pdfRead 5 October 2026Exact Phone (3a) English maker manual, public mirror. Official support directory consulted, direct maker fetch challenged. 18 pages opened via document tool. Unscoped one-hour full-charge claim is omitted because no empty starting level is stated.
helpguide.sony.net/mobile/xperia-10m6/v1/en/print.pdf2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mobile/xperia-10m6/v1/en/print.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original full 152-page Help Guide identifies XQ-ES54 and XQ-ES72. Only ES54 instructions retained. Original reference guide 50612441M also opened. No original exact numeric SAR sheet found.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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