Google Pixel 4 XL vs Sony Xperia 5
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia 5 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 leads — 44/100 vs 42/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 4 XL has the bigger battery (3700 mAh vs 3140); the main camera is 2 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 is noticeably lighter (164g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Sony Xperia 5
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Bigger battery: 3700 vs 3140 mAh
- Longer battery life (18/100 vs 12/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 better?
- Better main camera: 12MP vs 2MP
- Lighter: 164g vs 193g
- Better camera (20/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Sony Xperia 5, the Sony Xperia 5 scores 2 points higher (44/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (18/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (79/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Sony Xperia 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 3140 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 158.0×68.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Sony Xperia 5
- Main: 12MP f/1.6
- 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
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Sony Xperia 5
- 3140 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Sony Xperia 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (18/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (79/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Sony Xperia 5?
The Sony Xperia 5 edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL by just 2 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?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Sony Xperia 5 — 44/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Sony Xperia 5?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Sony Xperia 5 (79/100 vs 61/100).