Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Sony Xperia 5 V
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (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 $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 47/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 V has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 V is faster in AnTuTu (1,519,456 vs 1,499,601); the Sony Xperia 5 V is noticeably lighter (182g vs 199g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1519456 vs 1499601
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Lighter: 182g vs 199g
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (72/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 3 points higher (50/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (26/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1499601 | 1519456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 182 g | |
| Price | $999 | $999 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Sony Xperia 5 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 V leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 1.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $0. Same price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (26/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (77/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (72/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro edges out the Sony Xperia 5 V by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use.