Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Sony Xperia 5 V
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $1799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads — 47/100 vs 39/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 V has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the Sony Xperia 5 V is faster in AnTuTu (1,519,456 vs 1,401,321); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the stronger camera (129 vs 118); the Sony Xperia 5 V is noticeably lighter (182g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Better camera (64/100 vs 56/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1519456 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4516
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 21W
- Lighter: 182g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1799
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (72/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Sony Xperia 5 V scores 8 points higher (47/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (26/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (41/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 1519456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 5311 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | 118 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 182 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $999 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Sony Xperia 5 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 V leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 7.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $800. Sony Xperia 5 V is cheaper by $800.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (26/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (72/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (41/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on performance (26/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use.