Sony Xperia 5 IV vs vivo iQOO Z9 Lite: Which One Should You Buy?
Sony Xperia 5 IV edges ahead with a BeastScore of 78.7/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Sony Xperia 5 IV
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
Sony Xperia 5 IV wins 4 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedSony Xperia 5 IV8070
- Cameravivo iQOO Z9 Lite7580
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryTie8686
- DisplaySony Xperia 5 IV8684
- ConnectivitySony Xperia 5 IV8065
- SecuritySony Xperia 5 IV10034
- Valuevivo iQOO Z9 Lite5585
- Sony Xperia 5 IV charges faster30W vs 15W
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has the bigger screen6.56" vs 6.1"
- Sony Xperia 5 IV is lighter172 g vs 185 g
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.1
- Sony Xperia 5 IV has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
- Sony Xperia 5 IV has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs Dimensity 6300
- Sony Xperia 5 IV is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP64
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Sony Xperia 5 IV wins — BeastScore 78.7/100
The Sony Xperia 5 IV is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (30W vs 15W) and lighter body (172 g vs 185 g). The vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (6.56" vs 6.1").
Faster wired charging: 30W vs 15W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Reliable all-round performance.
Common questions
Which is better: Sony Xperia 5 IV or vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (30W vs 15W) and lighter body (172 g vs 185 g). The vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (6.56" vs 6.1"). BeastScore: Sony Xperia 5 IV 78.7/100, vivo iQOO Z9 Lite 79.3/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 5 IV and vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
Sony Xperia 5 IV has a 6.1-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do Sony Xperia 5 IV and vivo iQOO Z9 Lite compare for speed?
Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 80/100 for performance; vivo iQOO Z9 Lite scores 70/100.
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