Google Pixel 11 vs Sony Xperia 5 III

The Google Pixel 11 (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 leads — 77/100 vs 51/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 has the bigger battery (4985 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 11 is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,135,878); the Sony Xperia 5 III is noticeably lighter (168g vs 204g).

The Google Pixel 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III by 26 points (77/100 vs 51/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 11

Performance 83
Display 88
Camera 83
Battery 53
Portability 56
Value for money —

Sony Xperia 5 III

Performance 64
Display 84
Camera 20
Battery 35
Portability 76
Value for money 12

What makes Google Pixel 11 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1135878
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1500
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3537
  • Bigger battery: 4985 vs 4500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP

  • Higher performance (83/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better camera (83/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)

What makes Sony Xperia 5 III better?

  • Lighter: 168g vs 204g

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 56/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 11 vs the Sony Xperia 5 III, the Google Pixel 11 scores 26 points higher (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the Sony Xperia 5 III are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (83/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (53/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 (76/100 vs 56/100).

Google Pixel 11: The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Sony Xperia 5 III: The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 11 Sony Xperia 5 III
Processor Tensor G6 Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1933536 1135878
Geekbench Single 2755 1500
Geekbench Multi 7563 3537
Display 6.3" OLED 6.1" OLED
Resolution 1280x2856 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4985 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 30W 30W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 154 —
Main camera 48 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 17 Android 11
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65/IP68
Dimensions — 157.0×68.0×8.2 mm
Weight 204 g 168 g
Launch price — $999

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 11

  • Main: 48MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 13MP
83
camera

Sony Xperia 5 III

  • Main: 12MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 11

  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2856
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display

Sony Xperia 5 III

  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 11

  • 4985 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
53
battery

Sony Xperia 5 III

  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 11 and Sony Xperia 5 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 11 Tensor G6
77/100
1933536 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 5 III Snapdragon 888
51/100 -70.2%
1135878 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 11 leads Sony Xperia 5 III by 70.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 11

Price unknown

Sony Xperia 5 III

$999

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (83/100 vs 64/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the Sony Xperia 5 III are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (83/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (53/100 vs 35/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 (76/100 vs 56/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 or the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Google Pixel 11 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III by 26 points (77/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 and the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Google Pixel 11 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Sony Xperia 5 III — 51/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 or the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Google Pixel 11 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 or the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Google Pixel 11 leads on performance (83/100 vs 64/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 over the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.