Google Pixel 9 vs Sony Xperia 5
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 5 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 44/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3140); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 824,513); the Sony Xperia 5 is noticeably lighter (164g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 9
Sony Xperia 5
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3140 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 12/100)
- Lighter: 164g vs 198g
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sony Xperia 5, the Google Pixel 9 scores 25 points higher (69/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (73/100 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 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Sony Xperia 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 3140 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 158.0×68.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 5
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 5
- 3140 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sony Xperia 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Sony Xperia 5 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Sony Xperia 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (73/100 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 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (75/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (46/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 5?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 by 25 points (69/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 5?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Sony Xperia 5 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 5?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 5?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sony Xperia 5?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 is a better fit for everyday use.