Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Sony Xperia 5 III
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Sony Xperia 5 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads — 63/100 vs 51/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4806 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,951,408 vs 1,135,878); the Sony Xperia 5 III is noticeably lighter (168g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Sony Xperia 5 III
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1951408 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4806 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 III better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 239g
- Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs the Sony Xperia 5 III, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold scores 12 points higher (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (76/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Sony Xperia 5 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1951408 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3537 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4806 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.4×5.0 mm | 157.0×68.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 5 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- 8.0" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- 4806 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Sony Xperia 5 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads Sony Xperia 5 III by 71.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (83/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (37/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (76/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 5 III — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Sony Xperia 5 III — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads on performance (83/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold over the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.