Google Pixel 8 vs Sony Xperia 5
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Sony Xperia 5 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 44/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 3140); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 824,513); the Sony Xperia 5 is noticeably lighter (164g vs 187g).
Google Pixel 8
Sony Xperia 5
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 3140 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 12/100)
- Lighter: 164g vs 187g
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Sony Xperia 5, the Google Pixel 8 scores 24 points higher (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (79/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (79/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Sony Xperia 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 3140 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 18W | |
| 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 | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 158.0×68.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 5
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Sony Xperia 5
- 3140 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Sony Xperia 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Sony Xperia 5 by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Sony Xperia 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (70/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (79/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (44/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (79/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Sony Xperia 5?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Sony Xperia 5?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Sony Xperia 5 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Sony Xperia 5?
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?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Sony Xperia 5?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 is a better fit for everyday use.