UAE Price
AED 2,999
India Price
₹79,999
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Smartphone · Sony · 2024
The Sony Xperia 5 128GB is Sony's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~80.9% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) chipset. It comes with a 3140 mAh battery. At AED 2,999 in the UAE and ₹79,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The Sony Xperia 5 128GB excels with its 21:9 OLED display at 449 ppi, delivering cinematic clarity, and its dual 12MP telephoto and wide lenses, both with 5-axis OIS, enabling stable 2x optical zoom shots. The 96-hour battery endurance rating outperforms most flagships, and 18W PD2.0 charging ensures reliable top-ups. It’s built for videographers who prioritize color accuracy, HDR BT.2020 support, and precise manual controls over flashy megapixel counts. Its weakness? The Snapdragon 855, while capable, struggles with sustained loads and lacks 5G support, making it outdated for future-proofing. In UAE at AED 2999, it’s competitive because few phones offer this screen and camera synergy at this price. In India at ₹79999, it’s overpriced—flagships like the Pixel 8 or OnePlus 11 deliver faster chips, 5G, and newer software for less. Skip if you need modern connectivity or long-term OS updates beyond Android 11.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Ion 3140 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 18W wired, PD2.0 |
| Battery Capacity | 3140 mAh |
| Triple | 12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, predictive dual pixel PDAF, 5-axis OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, predictive PDAF, 2x optical zoom, 5-axis OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm |
| Features | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking |
| Video | 4K@24/30fps HDR, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS) |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS) |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 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 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat19 1600/150 Mbps |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| Dimensions | 158 x 68 x 8.2 mm (6.22 x 2.68 x 0.32 in) |
| Weight | 164 g (5.78 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | OLED, HDR BT.2020 |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~80.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~449 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Colors | Blue, Red, Black, Grey |
| Models | J8210, J8270, J9210, SOV41, SO-01M |
| Price | About 500 EUR |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 334809 (v7), 416601 (v8) GeekBench: 10941 (v4.4), 2825 (v5.1) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 630 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -27.1 LUFS (Good) |
| Audio quality | Noise -93.0dB / Crosstalk -89.4dB |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 96h |
| Announced | 2019, September 05. Released 2019, October 05 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) |
| GPU | Adreno 640 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the Xperia 5 VI.
It may not be the best choice in 2026 due to its 2024 release and aging software support, making newer models more appealing for long-term use. However, if you find it at a steep discount and prioritize compact design and build quality, it could still serve basic needs.
The Sony Xperia 5 128GB is priced at AED 2999 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Sony Xperia 5 128GB is priced at ₹79999 in India. It is available through official Sony outlets and select authorized e-commerce sellers.
The camera delivers sharp, well-balanced photos with excellent color accuracy and strong low-light performance. It captures smooth 4K video at 60fps with stable stabilization for handheld shooting.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including browsing, calls, and media consumption. Heavy usage may require a midday charge, but it handles typical daily tasks reliably.
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