Sony Xperia 5 vs Sony Xperia 5V

Name: Sony Xperia 5V
Brand: Sony
Availability: InStock

Our Verdict: Among the lasting differences between Sony Xperia 5 and Sony Xperia 5V, the 5V's lead in camera hardware is the most notable, supported by a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera, a higher-resolution 12MP front camera, and a larger 5,000 mAh battery. The 5 counters with a sharper 685 PPI display and a lighter 164g body, pointing instead toward screen sharpness. A larger mAh figure is only a hardware comparison; software and chipset efficiency still shape real-world endurance. Prioritise the 5V for camera hardware; lean toward the 5 only if screen sharpness is more important to you.

Buying outright, the 5 starts at £399 SIM-free.

Screen

6.1" 6.1"

Display

OLED OLED, 1B colors

Resolution

1644 x 3840 1080 x 2520

Pixels Per Inch

685 449

Rear Camera

12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels

Front Camera

8 Megapixels 12 Megapixels

Chipset

Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)

Battery

3,140 mAh 5,000 mAh

Storage

128GB 128GB

Android Android 13

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 4G Up to 5G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e

Bluetooth

5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX

Dimensions

158 x 68 x 8.2 mm 154 x 68 x 8.6 mm

Weight

164 grams 182 grams

Water Resistance

IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes

Contracts

- -

SIM-free

£399.00 £799.00

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	Sony Xperia 5	Sony Xperia 5V
Screen	6.1"	6.1"
Display	OLED	OLED, 1B colors
Resolution	1644 x 3840	1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch	685	449
Rear Camera	12 Megapixels	48 Megapixels
Front Camera	8 Megapixels	12 Megapixels
Chipset	Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855	Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Battery	3,140 mAh	5,000 mAh
Storage	128GB	128GB
OS	Android	Android 13
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 4G	Up to 5G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth	5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE	5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX
Dimensions	158 x 68 x 8.2 mm	154 x 68 x 8.6 mm
Weight	164 grams	182 grams
Water Resistance	IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes	IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Contracts	-	-
SIM-free	£399.00	£799.00
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Sony Xperia 5 or Sony Xperia 5V?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", the Sony Xperia 5 has the sharper display at 685 pixels per inch versus 449, and the Sony Xperia 5 uses a OLED panel while the Sony Xperia 5V has a OLED, 1B colors.

Which has the better camera, the Sony Xperia 5 or Sony Xperia 5V?

The Sony Xperia 5 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 or Sony Xperia 5V?

The Sony Xperia 5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £399.00.

What storage options are available for the Sony Xperia 5 and Sony Xperia 5V?

The Sony Xperia 5 is available in 128GB, while the Sony Xperia 5V comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Sony Xperia 5 and Sony Xperia 5V use?

The Sony Xperia 5 is powered by the Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855, 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 or Sony Xperia 5V?

It's a trade-off: the Sony Xperia 5 is lighter but the Sony Xperia 5V is more compact. It's 18g lighter at 164 grams, though the Sony Xperia 5V is actually the more compact phone at 154 x 68 x 8.6 mm, the Sony Xperia 5 is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Sony Xperia 5 or Sony Xperia 5V?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Sony Xperia 5 and Sony Xperia 5V run?

The Sony Xperia 5 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.