Redmi K20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 5 IV

The Redmi K20 Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $350 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 44/100 vs 18/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 IV is faster in AnTuTu (1,242,193 vs 824,513); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 191g).

The Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro by 26 points (44/100 vs 18/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K20 Pro
Performance 1
Display 0
Camera 36
Battery 13
Design 61
Value for money 86
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 56
Battery 36
Design 85
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K20 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
  • Cheaper: $350 vs $799

  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1242193 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 172g vs 191g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (56/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K20 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 26 points higher (44/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (18/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K20 Pro leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (18/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K20 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (86/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K20 Pro: The Redmi K20 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Sony Xperia 5 IV: The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K20 Pro Sony Xperia 5 IV
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 824513 1242193
Geekbench Single 968 1675
Geekbench Multi 2731 4453
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.1" OLED
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2520
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W
DXOMark (camera) 119
Main camera 48 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 12 MP
Front camera 20 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 9 Android 12, upgradable to Android 13
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65
Dimensions 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm
Weight 191 g 172 g
Price $350 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi K20 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
56
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • No wireless charging
13
battery
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K20 Pro and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K20 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
18/100
824513 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 5 IV Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
44/100 +33.6%
1242193 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 5 IV leads Redmi K20 Pro by 33.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K20 Pro
$350
Sony Xperia 5 IV
$799

Price difference: $449. Redmi K20 Pro is cheaper by $449.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (18/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (56/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (36/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (85/100 vs 61/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K20 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K20 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro by 26 points (44/100 vs 18/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K20 Pro and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Redmi K20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K20 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 36/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K20 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on performance (18/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K20 Pro over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Redmi K20 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.