Pixel 7a vs Sony Xperia 5 IV: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Pixel 7a
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Too close to call: 3 of 8 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie8080
- CameraPixel 7a8875
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatterySony Xperia 5 IV7086
- DisplaySony Xperia 5 IV7486
- ConnectivityPixel 7a8883
- SecuritySony Xperia 5 IV86100
- ValuePixel 7a8055
- Sony Xperia 5 IV has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,385 mAh
- Sony Xperia 5 IV charges faster30W vs 18W
- Pixel 7a has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 12 MP
- Sony Xperia 5 IV has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 90 Hz
- Sony Xperia 5 IV is lighter172 g vs 193.5 g
- Pixel 7a launched cheaper$499 vs $999
- Pixel 7a has a sharper selfie camera13 MP vs 12 MP
- Pixel 7a has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.1
- Sony Xperia 5 IV has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs Google Tensor G2
- Sony Xperia 5 IV is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP67
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Pixel 7a and Sony Xperia 5 IV are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Pixel 7a for its sharper main camera (64 MP vs 12 MP) and lower launch price ($499 vs $999), or the Sony Xperia 5 IV for its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,385 mAh) and faster charging (30W vs 18W).
Higher-resolution main camera: 64 MP vs 12 MP · Lower launch price: $499 vs $999
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 4,385 mAh · Faster wired charging: 30W vs 18W
Common questions
Which is better: Pixel 7a or Sony Xperia 5 IV?
It's a close call. Pick the Pixel 7a for its sharper main camera (64 MP vs 12 MP) and lower launch price ($499 vs $999), or the Sony Xperia 5 IV for its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,385 mAh) and faster charging (30W vs 18W). BeastScore: Pixel 7a 78.8/100, Sony Xperia 5 IV 78.7/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Pixel 7a and Sony Xperia 5 IV?
Pixel 7a has a 6.1-inch display and 4385 mAh battery. Sony Xperia 5 IV has a 6.1-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do Pixel 7a and Sony Xperia 5 IV compare for speed?
Pixel 7a scores 80/100 for performance; Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 80/100.
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