Google Pixel 8a vs Sony Xperia 5

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) 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 8a leads — 65/100 vs 44/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 3140); the main camera is 64 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 824,513); the Sony Xperia 5 is noticeably lighter (164g vs 188g).

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 by 21 points (65/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 70
Battery 39
Portability 57
Value for money 56
Sony Xperia 5
Performance 54
Display 89
Camera 20
Battery 12
Portability 79
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4492 vs 3140 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 12/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 better?
  • Lighter: 164g vs 188g

  • Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better portability (79/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Sony Xperia 5, the Google Pixel 8a scores 21 points higher (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (70/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (79/100 vs 57/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.
Sony Xperia 5: The Sony Xperia 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Sony Xperia 5
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
AnTuTu 1433693 824513
Geekbench Single 1722 968
Geekbench Multi 4458 2731
Display 6.1" OLED 6.1" OLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 3140 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 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 IP67 IP65
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 158.0×68.0×8.2 mm
Weight 188 g 164 g
Launch price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Sony Xperia 5
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Sony Xperia 5
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: —
89
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
39
battery
Sony Xperia 5
  • 3140 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Sony Xperia 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
65/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
44/100 -73.9%
824513 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads Sony Xperia 5 by 73.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Sony Xperia 5
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (70/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (39/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (79/100 vs 57/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5?

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 by 21 points (65/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 5?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Sony Xperia 5 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Sony Xperia 5?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 is a better fit for everyday use.