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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you prioritize a budget-friendly option with a larger screen and higher peak brightness display, the OnePlus 9 Pro could be a better fit for you. However, if you prefer a phone that is more compact and includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and a dedicated shutter button for the camera, despite at a higher price, the Sony Xperia 5 III might suit you better. The OnePlus 9 Pro offers slightly lower battery life compared to Xperia 5 but has faster wireless charging. Both phones have Android operating systems, similar camera quality overall, and are equipped with the same processors and 5G capabilities. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the OnePlus 9 Pro
  • Good for taking photos
  • Fair for recording videos
  • Best in class display quality
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 5 III
  • Good battery life

Key differences

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Overall Camera Quality

7.2
9 Pro
Xperia 5 III
6.0
The OnePlus 9 Pro has good overall camera quality, while the Sony Xperia 5 III has only fair overall camera quality.

Photo Quality

7.0
9 Pro
Xperia 5 III
5.9
The OnePlus 9 Pro takes good photos, while the Sony Xperia 5 III takes poor photos.

Screen Size

The OnePlus 9 Pro has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Sony Xperia 5 III is 6.1 inches.

Cost

$499
9 Pro
Xperia 5 III
$450
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The OnePlus 9 Pro has a price of $499 and the Sony Xperia 5 III costs $450.
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Key similarities

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Video Quality

6.0
9 Pro
Xperia 5 III
6.0
The OnePlus 9 Pro and Sony Xperia 5 III both have only fair videos.

Battery

6.9 Hours
9 Pro
Xperia 5 III
7.3 Hours
The OnePlus 9 Pro has 6.9 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 5 III has 7.3 hours of battery life.

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How the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Sony Xperia 5 III compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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OnePlus 9 ProSony Xperia 5 III
OnePlus 9 ProSony Xperia 5 III

GENERAL

Price
$499
$450
Brand
OnePlusSony
Operating System
AndroidAndroid
Release Date
March 30, 2021October 8, 2021

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.7"6.1"
Resolution
3216 x 14402520 x 1080
Variable refresh rate
YesNo
Pixels Per Inch
525449
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
SD888SD888
Internal Storage
128 GB128 GB
RAM
12 GB8 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
7.2/106/10
Photos Score
7.1/105.9/10
Videos Score
6.1/106/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, TelephotoMain, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
48 megapixels + OIS12 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
6.9 Hours7.3 Hours
Battery Capacity
4500 mAh4500 mAh
Wireless Charging
YesNo
Wireless charging Speed
50 W0 W
Reverse wireless charging
Yes (4.5 watts)No

PHYSICAL

Size
6.43" x 2.9"6.18" x 2.68"
Weight
6.95 oz5.93 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
NoYes
Bluetooth Version
5.25.2
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
66
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)41, 78(SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under DisplayFace unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Side
Unlockable Bootloader
YesNo
Color
Stellar Black, Forest Green, Morning MistBlack, Green
Stock Android
NoYes
SD Card
NoYes

Shopping

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OnePlus 9 Pro

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TechRadar

James Peckham | April 2021
"The OnePlus 9 Pro offers phenomenal performance, a vastly superior camera to the brand’s previous smartphones, and a variety of top-end features that make this a serious contender for anyone who’s in the market for a premium Android handset.The 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD display is among the best we’ve seen on a smartphone, with plenty of detail, strong brightness, and a variety of other tweaks. If you like to watch a lot of video on your phone in particular, this is a great option."

Sony Xperia 5 III

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Android Authority

Robert Triggs | October 2022
"The Sony Xperia 5 III excels when it comes to rear camera photography, its display and multi-media features, and all-day battery life. Buy the Xperia 5 III if you’re looking for a fun but imperfect camera setup, customizable gaming features, all-day battery life, and all the best multimedia capabilities that Sony has to offer"

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About OnePlus

OnePlus, established in 2013, is a smartphone brand that first became known for providing flagship-like devices, at a fraction of the cost compared to more expensive Android competitors. OnePlus focuses on creating smartphones with powerful hardware at reasonable prices. They also bring hardware features normally not seen in other Android phones sold in the US, such as their ultra-fast “Warp Charge” and the beloved “Alert Slider”.

About Sony

Sony has had a long history in the mobile market, entering the scene all the way back in 1993 with its first commercially available phone, the CM-H333. Nowadays, their Xperia line of phones provide well-rounded and sometimes expensive devices with a focus on camera software that includes extensive support for manual tweaking of settings. Sony's dedication to audio quality is also evident in its smartphones, which often feature high-resolution audio support while also being one of the few remaining manufacturers that consistently provide headphone jacks in their phones. The company's version of Android is also considered to be close to stock, enabling a bloatware-free experience for its users.

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