We put the Sony Xperia 5 V through our rigorous SBMARK Display test suite to measure its performance across six criteria. In this summary of test results, we’ll break down how it performed in a variety of tests and several common use cases.
Overview
Key Display Specifications:
- 6.1-inch OLED (screen-to-body ratio ~82.2%)
- Dimensions: 154.0 x 68.0 x 8.6 mm (6.06 x 2.68 x 0.34 inches)
- Resolution: 1080 x 2520 pixels (~449 ppi density)
- Aspect ratio: 21:9
- Refresh rate: 120Hz
Pros
- Colors well rendered in all lighting conditions tested
- Smooth interactions while browsing, in the Gallery app, and while playing games.
- Very rare frame mismatches when watching videos
Against
- Lack of brightness in sunlight
- Unsatisfactory video performance, especially in terms of contrast
- Rainbow effect visible at an angle
The Sony Xperia 5 V has adequate saturation and color rendering. But the main disadvantage is the presence of colored stripes when the device is viewed from an angle (rainbow effect). Although the shade variation isn’t that prominent, the alternating pattern is really visible. The device is readable in indoor conditions, but the screen lacks brightness in outdoor conditions, especially under sunlight. In dark conditions, the brightness of the device is comfortable when the blue light filter is activated.
The Xperia 5 V’s performance in video playback was unsatisfactory in terms of contrast and brightness, and darker tones are generally difficult to distinguish in HDR10 videos.
The Xperia 5 V, which is the same price as its predecessor, achieved the same score as the Xperia 5 IV. The newer model showed no overall improvement, and maximum screen brightness was actually higher on the Xperia 5 IV.
Test summary
About SBMARK display tests: For scoring and analysis in our smartphones and other display reviews, SBMARK engineers perform a series of objective and perceptual tests under controlled laboratory and real-life conditions. Please note that we evaluate display attributes using only the device’s built-in display hardware and its still image (gallery) and video apps with default settings. (For in-depth information on how we evaluate smartphones and other displays, see our articles “How SBMARK Tests Display Quality” and “A Closer Look at SBMARK Display Tests.”
The following section brings together key elements of our comprehensive testing and analysis performed in SBMARK laboratories. Detailed performance evaluations in the form of reports are available upon request. Do not hesitate to contact us.
How the display readability score is composed
Readability evaluates the ease and comfort with which users can read fixed content (photos and web) on the display in various real-life conditions. SBMARK uses its display stand to recreate ambient light conditions ranging from total darkness to bright sunlight. In addition to laboratory tests, perceptual analysis is also carried out in real-life environments.
Readability in an indoor environment (1000 lux).
From left: Sony Xperia 5 V, Sony Xperia 5 IV, Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 14
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Readability in an outdoor environment (20,000 lux).
From left: Sony Xperia 5 V, Sony Xperia 5 IV, Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 14
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Readability in a sunny environment (>90,000 lux).
From left: Sony Xperia 5 V, Sony Xperia 5 IV, Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 14
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Readability at a 45° angle
From left: Sony Xperia 5 V, Sony Xperia 5 IV, Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 14
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Measurement of luminance uniformity
This graph shows display uniformity with a gray pattern at 20%. The more visible the green color, the more uniform the display will be.
How the display color score is composed
The color attribute evaluates the device’s ability to accurately reproduce colors. The measurements taken concern fidelity, white point color and gamut coverage. We perform color evaluations for different lighting conditions to see how well the device can handle color in its surroundings. Colors are measured using a spectrophotometer in a controlled lighting environment. The perceptual analysis of the color rendering takes place compared to the reference model displayed on a calibrated professional monitor.
White point under D65 illuminant at 1000 lux
Indoor color rendering (1000 lux)
Clockwise from top left: Sony Xperia 5 V, Sony Xperia 5 IV, Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 14
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Outdoor color rendering (20,000 lux)
Clockwise from top left: Sony Xperia 5 V, Sony Xperia 5 IV, Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 14
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Color fidelity measurements
Sony Xperia 5 V, color fidelity at 1000 lux in the sRGB color space
Sony Xperia 5 V, color fidelity at 1000 lux in the Display-P3 color space
Each arrow represents the color difference between a target color model (arrow base) and its actual measurement (arrow tip). The longer the arrow, the more visible the color difference. If the arrow remains inside the circle the color difference will only be visible to expert eyes.
Color behavior on the corner
This graph shows the color shift when the screen is tilted. Each point represents a measurement at a particular angle. The dots inside the inner circle show no color change in the corner; those between the inner and outer circles have changes that only trained experts will see; but those that fall outside the outer circle are noted.
Corner rainbow effect
The Sony Xperia 5 V seen at an angle: alternating pink and blue stripes are visible.
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How the Display Video score is composed
Our video attribute evaluates each device’s Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) and High Dynamic Range (HDR10) video handling in indoor and low-light conditions. We measure the tone mapping, color gamut, brightness and contrast of the display. We perform perceptual analysis Cons our professional reference monitor (Sony BVM-HX310) to ensure rendering meets artistic intent.
Video rendering in a low light environment (0 lux).
Clockwise from top left: Sony Xperia 5 V, Sony Xperia 5 IV, Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 14
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Clockwise from top left: Sony Xperia 5 V, Sony Xperia 5 IV, Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 14
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Gamut coverage for video content
Primary colors are measured in both HDR10 and SDR. The extracted color gamut shows the extent of the color area that the device can reproduce. To meet artistic intent, the measured gamma must match the primary color space of each video.
How the Display Motion Score is composed
The motion attribute evaluates dynamic content handling. Dropped frames, motion blur, and playback artifacts are examined using games and videos.
Dropped video frames
These long exposure photos have the number of frame irregularities in a 30 second video. Good performance shows a regular pattern (a flat gray image or a drop-down pattern).
How the Display Touch score is composed
To evaluate touch, SBMARK uses a touch robot and a high-speed camera to play and record a series of scenarios for evaluating smoothness, accuracy and response time.
This response time test accurately evaluates the time that elapses between a single touch of the robot on the screen and the displayed action. This test is applied to activities that require high responsiveness, such as gaming.
How the display artifact score is composed
Evaluating artifacts means checking for performance, image rendering, and motion defects that can impact the end-user experience. SBMARK precisely measures device reflectance and the presence of flicker, and evaluates the impact of residual aliasing when playing video games, among other features.
Aliasing (foreground)
Sony Xperia 5V
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Sony Xperia 5 V – Crop 3
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