Nothing Phone (4a) vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Nothing Phone (4a) (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads — 39/100 vs 31/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the Nothing Phone (4a) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.
Nothing Phone (4a)
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Lighter: 190g vs 203g
- Higher performance (9/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (4a) vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Nothing Phone (4a) scores 8 points higher (39/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Nothing Phone (4a) are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (62/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (4a) | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1148725 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1237 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3281 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.6×8.6 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $349 | — |
Nothing Phone (4a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Nothing Phone (4a) are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (62/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nothing Phone (4a) edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (4a) and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nothing Phone (4a) has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nothing Phone (4a) leads on camera score (37/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nothing Phone (4a) leads on performance (9/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (4a) over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nothing Phone (4a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.