Apple iPhone 16 vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 68/100 vs 67/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,242,193); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 has the stronger camera (147 vs 119).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Sony Xperia 5 IV
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 4188
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 170g vs 172g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3561 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 1 points higher (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (66/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (66/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | 119 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 58.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 5 IV
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (84/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (66/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 16 edges out the Sony Xperia 5 IV by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (84/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users.