Google Pixel 8 vs Sony Xperia 5 III
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Sony Xperia 5 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $699 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 51/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 1,135,878); the Sony Xperia 5 III is noticeably lighter (168g vs 187g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Sony Xperia 5 III
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 III better?
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Lighter: 168g vs 187g
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Sony Xperia 5 III, the Google Pixel 8 scores 17 points higher (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Sony Xperia 5 III — 12/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (79/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (76/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Sony Xperia 5 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 157.0×68.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 5 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Sony Xperia 5 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Sony Xperia 5 III by 27.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (79/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (76/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 5 III — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Sony Xperia 5 III — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.