Huawei nova 12s vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Huawei nova 12s (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova 12s leads — 34/100 vs 31/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the Huawei nova 12s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Huawei nova 12s is noticeably lighter (168g vs 203g).
Huawei nova 12s
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Faster charging: 66W vs 44W
- Lighter: 168g vs 203g
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (41/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 35/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12s vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Huawei nova 12s scores 3 points higher (34/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12s leads (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei nova 12s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12s is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12s (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Huawei nova 12s | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 781542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | EMUI 14, no Google Play Services | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×75.0×6.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 203 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Huawei nova 12s
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Huawei nova 12s
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 12s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei nova 12s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12s is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12s (51/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (90/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Huawei nova 12s 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 Huawei nova 12s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Huawei nova 12s has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Huawei nova 12s leads on camera score (41/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12s over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Huawei nova 12s is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.