Maybe we should just wait until the new phones are announced... https://www.gizmochina.com/2024/03/20/sony-isnt-discontinuing-the-xperia-5-series-hints-real-life-image-of-xperia-5-vi-protective-case/

And there ends any interest I had in Sony Phones, which was pretty much there already after the pitiful 5 mk5..🤦🏻‍♂️

I don't even know what's the difference and which lineup stands where.