Sony Xperia 5 IV vs Sony Xperia 5 V
The Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Both devices score the same overall rating of 67/100. Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 V is faster in AnTuTu (1,774,668 vs 1,242,193); per DXOMark lab testing, the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the stronger camera (119 vs 118).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Sony Xperia 5 V
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 182g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 V better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1774668 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4188
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
The Sony Xperia 5 IV and the Sony Xperia 5 V received the same MobileRank rating — 67/100. In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100. 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 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia 5 IV | Sony Xperia 5 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1242193 | 1774668 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 119 | 118 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia 5 IV and Sony Xperia 5 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 V leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 30.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100.
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 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia 5 IV or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
Both devices scored 67/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Sony Xperia 5 V (76/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia 5 IV and the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Sony Xperia 5 V — 67/100.
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia 5 IV or the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on performance (76/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia 5 IV over the Sony Xperia 5 V?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for active users.