#sony xperia m5 vs meizu mx5

Sony has just announced today the Xperia M5, an Android which the company calls a super mid-range smartphone. But let's not forget that there's another contender that sports similar hardware, the Meizu MX5. The Xperia M5 edges out the MX5 when it comes to water and dust protection, camera resolution, support for microSD, and screen pixel density. Sony has confirmed that it will launch the Xperia 1 VIII on May 13 at 11:00 AM JST. Expected Sony Xperia 1 VIII specs Expected redesigned body Square camera module Expected rear cameras: 16mm ultrawide 24mm wide-angle New telephoto sensor Expected two-day battery life Launch date: May 13, 2026 Sony’s Xperia 1 VIII has surfaced in an eSIM database, hinting that the next-generation flagship is already in testing. Despite Sony’s quieter smartphone strategy in recent years, the Xperia 1 VIII seems ready to continue the brand’s legacy of creator-focused, camera-first Android flagships. While details on design and cameras remain scarce, Sony is expected to debut the Xperia 1 VIII in mid-2026, roughly following the Xperia 1 VII’s June release schedule. Read more in our articles including "Specs Comparison: Sony Xperia M5 vs Meizu MX5" and "Sony confirms Xperia 1 VIII launch date".