Apple iPhone Air vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 51/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Air is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 954,090); the Apple iPhone Air has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 954090
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 3281
- Lighter: 165g vs 203g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Apple iPhone Air scores 24 points higher (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (56/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (56/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (96/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 954090 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Air leads Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 166.1% 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 Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (92/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (73/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (56/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (96/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 24 points (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on performance (92/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users.