Google Pixel 9 vs Sony Xperia 5 V
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 67/100 (a 2-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 (1,774,668 vs 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 118); the Sony Xperia 5 V is noticeably lighter (182g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Sony Xperia 5 V
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (75/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 V better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1774668 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Lighter: 182g vs 198g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Google Pixel 9 scores 2 points higher (69/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1774668 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sony Xperia 5 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 V leads Google Pixel 9 by 12.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 5 V
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (75/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Sony Xperia 5 V by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for active users.