Launch report · Sony
Sony Xperia 5 VI: A 2024 compact Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Xperia with the classic Sony tall display.
SpecEagle Editorial·Oct 2024·$1,099·Score 82/100
Xperia 5 VI keeps the rare 3.5 mm jack and microSD slot in a compact 21:9 flagship — Sony's niche-loved formula refined.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.1" OLED 120 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Memory
8 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
48 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
182 g
What stands out
- Rare 3.5 mm jack on a flagship.
- 3.5-7.1× variable periscope.
- IP65/IP68.
- microSD + jack survive.
What to watch
- Limited US distribution.
- 30 W charging slow.
- No charger in box.
- 3 OS updates.
The phone it has to beat
iPhone 17 Pro Max
$1199 · score 93/100