UAE Price
AED 2,799
India Price
₹74,999
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Smartphone · Sony · 2023
The Sony Xperia 5 V 256GB 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 2,799 in the UAE and ₹74,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The Sony Xperia 5 V excels with its 120Hz OLED display at 21:9 aspect ratio and 449 ppi density, delivering cinema-grade video clarity, and its 30W wired charging reaches 50% in 30 minutes—uncommon for a slim 182g flagship. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Android 13 upgradable to 15 ensure long-term software support. It’s built for videographers who need precise color accuracy via BT.2020 and HDR10, and those who prioritize compact form without sacrificing flagship silicon. Its weakness? No ultrawide or telephoto lenses—just a single 12MP main sensor, limiting versatility in complex shoots. In UAE at AED 2799, it’s competitive because few rivals offer this blend of 21:9 display, 120Hz, and 30W charging in a 6.1-inch body. In India at ₹74999, it’s overpriced: the same performance is available in Xiaomi 13T Pro or OnePlus 11 for ₹10K less, with triple cameras and faster charging.
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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 | 256 |
| 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 still be worth buying if you prioritize a compact design and premium build over cutting-edge specs, as its software support and performance remain solid for daily use. However, newer models will likely offer better value for money by then.
The Sony Xperia 5 V 256GB is priced at AED 2799 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Sony Xperia 5 V 256GB is priced at ₹74999 in India. It can be purchased through official Sony outlets and select online retailers.
The camera delivers excellent photo quality with accurate colors and strong detail in daylight, thanks to its 12MP main sensor and advanced image processing. It also supports 4K video recording at 60fps with stable stabilization.
The battery life 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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