Fairphone 4 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Fairphone 4 (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 750G, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 31/100 vs 19/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3905); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Fairphone 4 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably lighter (203g vs 225g).

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Fairphone 4 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 4
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 49
Battery 9
Design 18
Value for money 79
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Fairphone 4 better?

  • Better camera (49/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3905 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 203g vs 225g

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 18/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 4 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 12 points higher (31/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (46/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Fairphone 4: The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Fairphone 4 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Snapdragon 750G MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 517683
Geekbench Single 601
Geekbench Multi 1882
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3905 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 20W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 25 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 12, Funtouch 12
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.0×75.5×10.5 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 225 g 203 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Fairphone 4
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 25MP
49
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Fairphone 4
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Fairphone 4
  • 3905 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
9
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Fairphone 4
$449
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (49/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (51/100 vs 9/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (46/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 4 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Fairphone 4 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Fairphone 4 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Fairphone 4 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 4 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Fairphone 4 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 4 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.