Sony Xperia 5 vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Sony Xperia 5 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, 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 44/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3140); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is faster in AnTuTu (1,242,193 vs 824,513).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia 5
Sony Xperia 5 IV
What makes Sony Xperia 5 better?
- Lighter: 164g vs 172g
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1242193 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3140 mAh
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia 5 vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 23 points higher (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (66/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (56/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (66/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia 5 | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3140 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 119 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×68.0×8.2 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 164 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia 5
- Main: 12MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia 5
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: —
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia 5
- 3140 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia 5 and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 5 IV leads Sony Xperia 5 by 33.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (56/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 (66/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia 5 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 by 23 points (67/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia 5 and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia 5 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia 5 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on performance (68/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia 5 over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users.