Google Pixel 4 vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 44/100 vs 15/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 IV is faster in AnTuTu (1,242,193 vs 862,803).
Google Pixel 4
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Lighter: 162g vs 172g
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 85/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1242193 vs 862803
- Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2800 mAh
- Better main camera: 12MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (18/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 29 points higher (44/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (18/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (18/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (56/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 862803 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 4453 | |
| Display | 5.7" P-OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2280 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 119 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 172 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Google Pixel 4
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 4
- 5.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4
- 2800 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 4 and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 IV leads Google Pixel 4 by 30.5% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (18/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (56/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 by 29 points (44/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 6/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on performance (18/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.