Motorola Moto G23 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Motorola Moto G23 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 5000); the Motorola Moto G23 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Motorola Moto G23 is noticeably lighter (184g vs 203g).

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G23 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G23
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 6
Battery 39
Design 70
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Moto G23 better?
  • Lighter: 184g vs 203g

  • Better design/ergonomics (70/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 30W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G23 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 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (27/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 39/100). 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 Motorola Moto G23 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (27/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Motorola Moto G23: The Motorola Moto G23 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G23 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2408
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 30W 44W
DXOMark (camera) 54
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 162.7×74.7×8.2 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 184 g 203 g
Price
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G23
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 16MP
6
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G23
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G23
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
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 Motorola Moto G23 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (27/100 vs 6/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (70/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G23 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G23 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G23 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Motorola Moto G23 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G23 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G23 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Motorola Moto G23 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.