Poco X8 Pro vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $389 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 67/100 vs 64/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 1,242,193); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 196g).
Poco X8 Pro
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper: $389 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (66/100 vs 46/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 1553
- Lighter: 172g vs 196g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 3 points higher (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (74/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (66/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 119 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 172 g | |
| Price | $389 | $799 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 59.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $410. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $410.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (74/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (66/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users.