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 (1,135,878 vs 824,513); the Sony Xperia 5 III is noticeably lighter (168g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Sony Xperia 5 III
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Sony Xperia 5 III better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 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 (64/100 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 "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III leads (64/100 vs 54/100). 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 (64/100 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Sony Xperia 5 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 3537 | |
| 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/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Sony Xperia 5 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Sony Xperia 5 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 III leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 27.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4 XL
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III is a bit better (64/100 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 (64/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.