Motorola Edge 40 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 leads — 38/100 vs 31/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the Motorola Edge 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 203g).

The Motorola Edge 40 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40
Performance 6
Display 100
Camera 39
Battery 36
Design 91
Value for money 83
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 167g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Motorola Edge 40 scores 7 points higher (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 leads (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 leads (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (83/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 40: The Motorola Edge 40 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 Motorola Edge 40 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 979624
Geekbench Single 1120
Geekbench Multi 3665
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2408
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 68W 44W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 167 g 203 g
Price $389
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40
$389
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (91/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (83/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.