Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 51/100 vs 40/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is faster in AnTuTu (954,090 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 203g
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 954090 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1114 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3281 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (58/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 11 points higher (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (32/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (56/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (32/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (56/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (76/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 954090 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 37.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (32/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (56/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (76/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4a 5G — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads on camera score (32/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads on performance (58/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (56/100 vs 19/100).