Sony Xperia 5
The Sony Xperia 5 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2019).
2019 · Mid-range · Android 9.0 (Pie)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Smooth Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓Sharp 449 PPI screen
✓6.1" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 164g — easy to carry
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,140 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
Upper-mid performance — fast and capable
CPU
Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
OS
Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11
RAM
6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
449 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
OLED, HDR BT.2020
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@24/30fps HDR, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS)
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,140 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3140 mAh, non-removable
Weight
164g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
158 x 68 x 8.2 mm (6.22 x 2.68 x 0.32 in)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
