Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Sony Xperia 5 V
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $135 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads — 47/100 vs 19/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 V has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A04
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $135 vs $999
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Lighter: 182g vs 192g
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (72/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Sony Xperia 5 V, the Sony Xperia 5 V scores 28 points higher (47/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (56/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (56/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (100/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1519456 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 13 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 182 g | |
| Price | $135 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $864. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $864.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (56/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 V (100/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 28 points (47/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on camera score (56/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use.