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AED 2,499
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Smartphone · Sony · 2023
The Sony Xperia 5 V 128GB is Sony's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~83.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 2,499 in the UAE and ₹64,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The Sony Xperia 5 V excels with its 120Hz OLED display delivering 1B colors and HDR10/BT.2020 accuracy, ideal for color-critical media consumption, and its 30W wired charging achieves 50% in 30 minutes — rare for a flagship this slim at 182g. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Android 13 upgradable to 15 ensure long-term software support. Ideal for videographers needing precise color reproduction and compact form factor, especially those shooting 4K HDR on the go. Its weakness? Thermals throttle under sustained 4K recording, limiting pro-grade use beyond 15 minutes. In UAE at AED 2499, it’s competitive because few phones under AED 3000 offer 120Hz HDR OLED and 5G SA/NSA bands for local networks. In India at ₹64999, it’s overpriced — rivals like the Pixel 8 Pro deliver similar display quality with better cooling and computational photography for ₹59999, making the Xperia 5 V a niche pick only for Sony loyalists or color-precision specialists.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min Wireless Reverse wireless |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Dual | 48 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.35", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.5", dual pixel PDAF |
| Features | Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps; 5-axis gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.25µm |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 - Europe |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - Europe |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, DisplayPort |
| Dimensions | 154 x 68 x 8.6 mm (6.06 x 2.68 x 0.34 in) |
| Weight | 182 g (6.42 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10, BT.2020 |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~83.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~449 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Colors | Black, Blue, Platinum Silver |
| Models | XQ-DE54 |
| Price | £ 469.99 / € 571.62 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 946039 (v9), 1117716 (v10) GeekBench: 4546 (v5.5), 5059 (v6.0) GFXBench: 99fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 746 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -26.3 LUFS (Good) |
| Battery | Active use score 16:19h |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 130h |
| Announced | 2023, September 01 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, September 25 |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Xperia 5 V.
It may not be the best choice in 2026 due to its age and lack of future software support, making newer models more appealing for long-term use. However, if you find it at a steep discount and prioritize build quality and display over cutting-edge features, it could still serve well for basic tasks.
The Sony Xperia 5 V 128GB is priced at AED 2499 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Sony Xperia 5 V 128GB is priced at ₹64999 in India. It can be purchased through official Sony outlets and select e-commerce sites.
The camera delivers sharp, well-balanced photos with excellent color accuracy and strong low-light performance. Its 12MP main sensor and 120fps slow-motion video capture are standout features for casual and creative shooters.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including browsing, streaming, and camera use. It supports 30W fast charging to quickly replenish power when needed.
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