Best Camera
ROG Phone 6d Ultimate
Best Battery
ROG Phone 6d Ultimate
The Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate wins on battery life with 103h endurance rating versus Sony Xperia 5’s 96h, and 65W wired charging versus 18W, enabling full charge in under 40 minutes versus over 90 minutes. Gamers and heavy users needing rapid power recovery should choose the Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate, thanks to its 165Hz AMOLED display and 65W fast charging that outperforms any competing phone in this segment. Photographers seeking a compact, stabilized system with dual telephoto and ultrawide lenses should pick the Sony Xperia 5, which offers 2x optical zoom and 5-axis OIS on all three rear cameras. In UAE at AED 4500 vs AED 3299, the Sony Xperia 5 is better value because it delivers professional-grade photography in a lighter 164g body despite slower charging; in India at ₹89999 vs ₹89999 (assuming equivalent pricing), the Asus wins on value because 65W charging and 165Hz display justify the higher cost over Sony’s outdated Android 11 and slower charger.
| Market | ROG Phone 6d Ultimate | Xperia 5 VI | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | AED 4,500 | AED 3,299 | Xperia 5 VI saves AED 1,201 |
| India | — | ₹ 89,999 | — |