Google Pixel 4 vs Sony Xperia 5 V
The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads — 67/100 vs 41/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 V has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 V is faster in AnTuTu (1,774,668 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 182g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Sony Xperia 5 V
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 182g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 V better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1774668 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2800 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Sony Xperia 5 V scores 26 points higher (67/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (56/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (53/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (56/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (53/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (79/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 1774668 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 5311 | |
| Display | 5.7" P-OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2280 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
- 5.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
- 2800 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 and Sony Xperia 5 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 V leads Google Pixel 4 by 53.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (76/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (84/100 vs 71/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (56/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (53/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (79/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 by 26 points (67/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on camera score (56/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on performance (76/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for active users.