Google Pixel 4 XL vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Google Pixel 4 XL (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 14/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 IV is faster in AnTuTu (1,242,193 vs 824,513); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 4 XL
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Overall rating 14/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 1242193 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3700 mAh
- Better main camera: 12MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 172g vs 193g
- Higher performance (18/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 4/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 30 points higher (44/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (18/100 vs 1/100). 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 4/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (18/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (56/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (36/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 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 | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 172 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 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 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 IV leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 33.6% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4 XL
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (18/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (56/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (36/100 vs 4/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (85/100 vs 58/100).
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 XL or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 30 points (44/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL 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 XL or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on performance (18/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Google Pixel 4 XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.