Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 51/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 954,090); the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably lighter (203g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 954090
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 3281
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5567 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 249g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (97/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (44/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 954090 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 272.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (97/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (71/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (44/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 29 points (80/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users.