Sony Xperia 5-iii End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Sony Xperia 5-iii reached end of life on 1 Jul 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Sony Xperia release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Oct 2021 | — |
| End of life | 1 Jul 2023 | 3.1 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 5-iii
Recommended target: Sony Xperia 10-vii (supported until 1 Aug 2031).
The newest actively supported branch is Sony Xperia 10-vii (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia 5-iii still safe to use?
Sony Xperia 5-iii reached end of life on 1 Jul 2023, 1,135 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Sony Xperia 5-iii?
Yes — the final release (5-iii) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Sony Xperia 5-iii to?
Upgrade to Sony Xperia 10-vii, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 1 Aug 2031).