Nokia G42 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, 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 25/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.
Nokia G42
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 193g vs 203g
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 6 points higher (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (100/100 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 Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $150 | — |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
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 Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Nokia G42 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.