Nubia Red Magic 6 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Nubia Red Magic 6 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 6 leads — 38/100 vs 31/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Red Magic 6 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably lighter (203g vs 220g).
Nubia Red Magic 6
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Faster charging: 66W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5050 mAh
- Lighter: 203g vs 220g
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 6 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Nubia Red Magic 6 scores 7 points higher (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 leads (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Nubia Red Magic 6 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 6 (46/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 6 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1119714 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 630 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.2×9.7 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $500 | — |
Nubia Red Magic 6
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nubia Red Magic 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 6
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- 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 Nubia Red Magic 6 is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Nubia Red Magic 6 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 6 (46/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 6 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nubia Red Magic 6 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 Nubia Red Magic 6 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nubia Red Magic 6 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 6 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nubia Red Magic 6 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 6 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nubia Red Magic 6 leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 6 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Nubia Red Magic 6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.