Sony Xperia 5 III

Name: Sony Xperia 5 III
Brand: Sony

Sony · 2021 01.08.2026

Sony Xperia 5 III — Sony Xperia 5 III from Sony (2021) is a solid mid-ranger with a rating of 51/100. AnTuTu 1,119,714.

Snapdragon 888

4500 mAh

12 MP

$999

Faster than 72% of smartphones in AnTuTu

Specifications

Processor	Snapdragon 888
Display	6.1" OLED, 1080x2520, 120Hz
RAM	8GB
Storage	128GB / 256GB
Battery	4500 mAh · ≈8.7 hrs of active use*
Charging	30W / No wireless charging
OS	Android 11
Dimensions	157.0 × 68.0 × 8.2 mm
Weight	168g
NFC	yes
Protection	IP65/IP68
Launch price	$999

* battery life is an estimated figure based on capacity, display, and chipset — not a lab measurement.

Cameras

Main	12MP f/f/1.7
Ultrawide	12MP
Telephoto	12MP
Front	8MP

Benchmarks

AnTuTu 1119714

Geekbench Single 1488

Geekbench Multi 3373

Based on AnTuTu results, Sony Xperia 5 III is faster than 72% of smartphones in our database. This device is a solid mid-ranger.

Performance

Overview and verdict

In 2021, Sony introduced the Sony Xperia 5 III — a "solid mid-ranger"-level smartphone with a MobileRank rating of 51/100. The Snapdragon 888 chipset delivers average performance (63/100). The launch price is $999, with a value-for-money score of 14/100.

Pros

6.1" OLED display at 120 Hz
Lightweight body (168g)
Optical zoom (12 MP telephoto)

Cons

Modest camera capabilities
Small battery (4500 mAh)
No wireless charging
High price ($999)

Best for: The Sony Xperia 5 III is a good fit for a wide range of users.

Launch price and where to check today's

$999 Launch price

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Frequently asked questions

What processor does the Sony Xperia 5 III have?

The Sony Xperia 5 III runs on the Snapdragon 888 chipset. It scores 1,119,714 points in AnTuTu.

What is the Sony Xperia 5 III's rating?

The Sony Xperia 5 III scores 51 out of 100 in the MobileRank rating. Categories: performance 63/100, camera 20/100, battery 35/100, display 84/100, portability 76/100.

How much does the Sony Xperia 5 III cost?

At launch the Sony Xperia 5 III cost $999. We do not track current retail prices. Value for money at launch: 14/100.

What battery does the Sony Xperia 5 III have?

The Sony Xperia 5 III has a 4500 mAh battery with 30W charging. Battery score: 35/100.

Is the Sony Xperia 5 III worth buying?

The Sony Xperia 5 III is a good fit for a wide range of users. Overall rating — 51/100 (solid mid-ranger).

MobileRank rating

Device profile

Category scores

Performance 63

Display 84

Camera 20

Battery 35

Portability 76

Value for money 14

The score is built from the five categories below (weights are in the methodology); 100% of the weight is known. Value for money is computed separately and is not part of the overall score. How the rating works →