Poco M5 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, 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 Poco M5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.
Poco M5
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 201g vs 203g
- Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- 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 Poco M5 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 Poco M5 leads (98/100 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 Poco M5 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Poco M5 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Poco M5 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco M5 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 408000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $170 | — |
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Poco M5 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Poco M5 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Poco M5 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Poco M5 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Poco M5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.