Sony Xperia 5 III 5G vs Sony Xperia 5V
If you'd rather pay up front, the 5 III 5G is the cheaper buy at £190 SIM-free.
Sony Xperia 5 III 5G
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Sony Xperia 5V
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.1" |
| Display | OLED | OLED, 1B colors |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 449 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android 13 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX |
| Dimensions | 157 x 68 x 8.2 mm | 154 x 68 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 168 grams | 182 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP53 - dust and splash protection | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £189.99 | £799.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G or Sony Xperia 5V?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 449 pixels per inch, and the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G uses a OLED panel while the Sony Xperia 5V has a OLED, 1B colors.
Which has the better camera, the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G or Sony Xperia 5V?
The Sony Xperia 5 III 5G features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Sony Xperia 5V has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G or Sony Xperia 5V?
The Sony Xperia 5 III 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £189.99.
What storage options are available for the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G and Sony Xperia 5V?
The Sony Xperia 5 III 5G is available in 128GB, while the Sony Xperia 5V comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G and Sony Xperia 5V use?
The Sony Xperia 5 III 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888, while the Sony Xperia 5V uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G or Sony Xperia 5V?
It's a trade-off: the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G is lighter but the Sony Xperia 5V is more compact. It's 14g lighter at 168 grams, though the Sony Xperia 5V is actually the more compact phone at 154 x 68 x 8.6 mm, the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G or Sony Xperia 5V?
The Sony Xperia 5 III 5G is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Sony Xperia 5V is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Sony Xperia 5 III 5G and Sony Xperia 5V run?
The Sony Xperia 5 III 5G runs Android and the Sony Xperia 5V runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.