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Sony Xperia 5 IV vs Apple iPad (2025)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Sony · 2022

Sony Xperia 5 IV

Sony Xperia 5 IV
79/ 100
Launch MSRP$999 USD
Apple

Apple iPad (2025)

Apple iPad (2025)
81/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad (2025) BETTER THAN Sony Xperia 5 IV?

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Sony Xperia 5 IV
Apple iPad (2025)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORSony XperiaApple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30WStandard30W Max
Main Camera Sensor12 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.1"11"11"
Chassis Weight172gN/A172g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Sony Xperia 5 IV:
  • ✓827g lighter chassis (172g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9000 lower launch MSRP ($999 vs $9999)
  • ✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPad (2025):
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓11" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationSony Xperia 5 IVApple iPad (2025)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.1"11"
Resolution & Density2520x1080 (449 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Sony Xperia 5 IV Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A16 Bionic
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Sony Exmor RS50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (3.5x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Sony Xperia 5 IV Lightest Chassis
Dimensions156 x 67 x 8.2 mmN/A
Weight172 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Sony Xperia 5 IV Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.1Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$999Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad (2025) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad (2025) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A16 Bionic architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Sony Xperia 5 IV:
Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to buy Apple iPad (2025):
Higher overall BeastScore: 80.8 vs top rival 78.7 · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 12 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Sony Xperia 5 IV vs Apple iPad (2025)

Which phone is better: Sony Xperia 5 IV or Apple iPad (2025)?

Apple iPad (2025) leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.8/100 compared to Sony Xperia 5 IV (78.7/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 80.8 vs top rival 78.7 and Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 12 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 5 IV and Apple iPad (2025)?

Sony Xperia 5 IV is equipped with a 6.1-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Apple iPad (2025) features a 11-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Sony Xperia 5 IV and Apple iPad (2025)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 75/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad (2025) scores 80/100.

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