Google Pixel 8a vs Sony Xperia 5 V
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $499 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 47/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 V has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 V is faster in AnTuTu (1,519,456 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8a has the stronger camera (136 vs 118).
Google Pixel 8a
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $499 vs $999
- Better camera (70/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1519456 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Lighter: 182g vs 188g
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (72/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Google Pixel 8a scores 1 points higher (48/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (26/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (75/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1519456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 118 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 182 g | |
| Price | $499 | $999 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Sony Xperia 5 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 V leads Google Pixel 8a by 5.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $500. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $500.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (26/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (75/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Sony Xperia 5 V by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on performance (26/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use.