Sony Xperia 5 III
$230Mid-Range2021
7.2
Overall Score
within Mid-Range
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build and value. Scores are rated within the phone's tier.
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6.1"
Display
12MP
Camera
4,500
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
168g
Weight
Why the Xperia 5 III
Mid-RangeThe Xperia 5 III offers a premium compact experience with a unique 21:9 display and professional-grade camera features. However, its aging processor and lack of modern conveniences like wireless charging make it less competitive against newer mid-range alternatives.
Hardware quality by category
The overall score is the average of these six components, rated within the phone's tier.
Camera7.5
Performance7.8
Battery7.0
Display8.5
Build8.0
Value6.5
Strengths
Compact ergonomic design
Excellent 120Hz OLED display
Versatile telephoto lens
Includes 3.5mm headphone jack
High-quality build materials
Weaknesses
Aging Snapdragon 888 chipset
No wireless charging
Average selfie camera
Limited software support
Brightness is low for outdoor use
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