Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB) vs Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S vs Sony Xperia Tipo phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

8/31/2021 5:53 PM, updated: 1/19/2023 5:25 AM

Compare Sony Xperia Tipo X Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB) 32Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.43"
AMOLED

1080x2400

64
MP

13mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

03Points Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a) Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

32 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	vs	3 Advantages Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
+2.05GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	800MHz 32bit Single-core
+6GB LPDDR4X11 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB LPDDR
+128GB (106GB available)42 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	4GB (2.49GB available)
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC31 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)57% Thinner	vs	13 millimeters (0.51 inches)
+AMOLEDAdvantage AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	260 thousand
+1080x2400 pixels16 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+409 PPI127% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	180 PPI
+6.43"101% Larger screen	vs	3.2"
+(quad camera) 64MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP23 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 3.1MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 13MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	VGA (640x480)
+Android 12Advantage Android 12 is newer and safer	vs	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps41 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5000 mAh2 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1500 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	2.1 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+IP53 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
179 grams (6.27 ounces)	vs	+99 grams (3.47 ounces)81% Lighter
Virtual proximity sensor	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily

14 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

Compass

Hands-free calling

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Other model names	Mi Redmi Note 10S (M2101K7BG) + NFC (6GB RAM)	Sony Xperia tipo Single-Sim, Sony ST21a, Sony Tapioca SS
Country or region available	(Global, International)	(Latin America), Canada, USA
Brand	Xiaomi	Sony
Release date	4/28/2021, Announced: 3/4/2021	9/1/2012
Depth	8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)	13 millimeters (0.51 inches)
Size (width x height)	74.5 x 160.46 millimeters (2.93 x 6.32 in)	57 x 103 millimeters (2.24 x 4.06 in)
Weight	179 grams (6.27 ounces)	99 grams (3.47 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	IP53 certified: protection against dust and splashing	Not supported
📲 Display
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Display type	AMOLED	TFT LCD
Screen size	6.43" inches	3.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~83.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~51.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)	320x480 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	409 PPI	180 PPI
Colors	16 million	260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	450nits[typ], 1100nits[peak] Always-On Display	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
System version	Android 11	Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
Firmware update	Android 12	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
User Interface	MIUI 12.5 / 13	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Chipset	64bit: MediaTek Helio G95 (MT6785V) (12nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7225A
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.05GHz ARM Cortex-A76 (Dual-core) 6x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 800MHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-G76 MC4 (900MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 200
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 282417 (v8), 330876 (v9) Geekbench: 507 (v5.3) GFXBench: 31fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
RAM memory	6GB LPDDR4X	512MB LPDDR
Internal storage	128GB (106GB available) UFS 2.2	4GB (2.49GB available)
External storage	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	300/150 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat6 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat6 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Back camera (main camera)	(quad camera) 64 megapixels 8MP ultrawide f/2.2118°1/4"1.12µm 2MP macro f/2.4 2MP depth f/2.4	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	10120x6328 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	VGA (640x480) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/1.97" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.7µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	4K@30fps 1080p@30/60fps 1080p@120fps (slow motion) 720p@960fps (slow motion)	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Front camera (secondary)	13 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.5 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3.06" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound with dual speakers 24-bit/192kHz	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	FM	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WMA, WAV, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Virtual proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BA700
Battery capacity	5000 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	33W Wired fast charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	4.5 hours
Standby	feature not registered	545 hours (22.7 days)
➕ Other features
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Onyx Gray, Ocean Blue, Pebble White, Purple star • Protective case included	• Colors: Black, White, Red, Navy Blue • Sony xLOUD • WiFi hotspot • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Redmi Note 10S (Global 128GB/6GB)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.07W/kg (head), 0.81W/kg (body)	1.37W/kg (head), 0.74W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.6W/kg (head), 0.9W/kg (body)	1.62W/kg (head), 1.3W/kg (body)