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 — 47/100 vs 15/100 (a 32-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 (1,519,456 vs 862,803); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 182g).
Google Pixel 4
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Lighter: 162g vs 182g
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 72/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1519456 vs 862803
- 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 (26/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Sony Xperia 5 V scores 32 points higher (47/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (26/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (56/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (26/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (56/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (97/100 vs 72/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 862803 | 1519456 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Google Pixel 4
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
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
Google Pixel 4
- 2800 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
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 43.2% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (26/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (56/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (39/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (97/100 vs 72/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
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 32 points (47/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 47/100.
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 6/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on performance (26/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use.