Google Pixel 4 XL vs Sony Xperia 5 III

The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia 5 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 III leads — 51/100 vs 42/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 III has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 III is faster in AnTuTu (1,119,714 vs 824,513); the Sony Xperia 5 III is noticeably lighter (168g vs 193g).

The Sony Xperia 5 III edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Performance 54
Display 77
Camera 17
Battery 18
Portability 61
Value for money
Sony Xperia 5 III
Performance 63
Display 84
Camera 20
Battery 35
Portability 76
Value for money 14
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?

  • Overall rating 42/100
What makes Sony Xperia 5 III better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1119714 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1488 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3373 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 12MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 168g vs 193g

  • Higher performance (63/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (20/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (35/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better portability (76/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Sony Xperia 5 III, the Sony Xperia 5 III scores 9 points higher (51/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III leads (35/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (35/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (76/100 vs 61/100).

Google Pixel 4 XL: The Google Pixel 4 XL is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 5 III: The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4 XL Sony Xperia 5 III
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 824513 1119714
Geekbench Single 968 1488
Geekbench Multi 2731 3373
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.1" OLED
Resolution 1440x3040 1080x2520
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3700 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 30W
Main camera 2 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 11
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65/IP68
Dimensions 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm 157.0×68.0×8.2 mm
Weight 193 g 168 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera
Sony Xperia 5 III
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3040
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
77
display
Sony Xperia 5 III
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
  • 3700 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
18
battery
Sony Xperia 5 III
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Sony Xperia 5 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 XL Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
42/100
824513 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 5 III Snapdragon 888
51/100 +26.4%
1119714 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 5 III leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 26.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4 XL
Price unknown
Sony Xperia 5 III
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (35/100 vs 18/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (76/100 vs 61/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Sony Xperia 5 III edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Sony Xperia 5 III — 51/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Sony Xperia 5 III leads on performance (63/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Sony Xperia 5 III?

The Google Pixel 4 XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.