Sony Xperia 5-iv End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Sony Xperia 5-iv reached end of life on 1 Sept 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Sony Xperia release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 22 Sept 2022 | — |
| End of life | 1 Sept 2025 | 0.9 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 5-iv
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-iv still safe to use?
Sony Xperia 5-iv reached end of life on 1 Sept 2025, 342 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Sony Xperia 5-iv?
Yes — the final release (5-iv) 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-iv to?
Upgrade to Sony Xperia 10-vii, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 1 Aug 2031).