Sony Xperia 1 VI vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 67/100 vs 64/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 1,242,193); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Sony Xperia 5 IV
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 4188
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (81/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 192g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia 1 VI vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 3 points higher (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia 1 VI | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2096581 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 119 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia 1 VI and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 68.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (56/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV edges out the Sony Xperia 1 VI by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (81/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia 1 VI over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users.