Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads — 34/100 vs 31/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 Plus has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.2mm).

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Performance 47
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 34
Design 51
Value for money 37
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (47/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (29/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4674 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Apple iPhone 16 Plus scores 3 points higher (34/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads (47/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 34/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (55/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (47/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (51/100 vs 34/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (55/100 vs 37/100).

Apple iPhone 16 Plus: The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Plus Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Apple A18 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 1600000
Geekbench Single 3300
Geekbench Multi 7600
Display 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1290x2796 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4674 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 25W 44W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 199 g 203 g
Price $1059
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
29
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
  • 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 1290x2796
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
  • 4674 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 25W
34
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
$1059
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (47/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (51/100 vs 34/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (55/100 vs 37/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads on performance (47/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.