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Sony Xperia 5 IV vs Pixel 8a

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
Google · 2024

Pixel 8a

Pixel 8a
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$499 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Pixel 8a BETTER THAN Sony Xperia 5 IV?

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Sony Xperia 5 IV
Pixel 8aWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORSony XperiaPixel 8aLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,492 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W18W30W Max
Main Camera Sensor12 MP64 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size6.1"6.1"6.1"
Chassis Weight172g188g172g 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:
  • ✓16g lighter chassis (172g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+508 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓$500 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $999)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.1" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationSony Xperia 5 IVPixel 8a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDOLED
Screen Size6.1"6.1"
Resolution & Density2520x1080 (449 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peak2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Sony Xperia 5 IV Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Sony Exmor RS64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (3.5x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
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/213 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Sony Xperia 5 IV Lightest Chassis
Dimensions156 x 67 x 8.2 mm152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight172 g188 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Sony Xperia 5 IV Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging18W wireless charging
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 6E
Bluetooth5.15.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
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$999$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Pixel 8a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.6/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Pixel 8a ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy Sony Xperia 5 IV:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+508 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 18W
When to buy Pixel 8a:
Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 78.7 · Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 12 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Sony Xperia 5 IV vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Sony Xperia 5 IV or Pixel 8a?

Pixel 8a leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.6/100 compared to Sony Xperia 5 IV (78.7/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 78.7 and Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 12 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 5 IV and Pixel 8a?

Sony Xperia 5 IV is equipped with a 6.1-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Sony Xperia 5 IV and Pixel 8a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 75/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8a scores 88/100.

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