Poco M5 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 25/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco M5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 201g).
Poco M5
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 66W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 175g vs 201g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 8 points higher (33/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 24/100). 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 Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Poco M5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco M5 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 408000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $170 | — |
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Poco M5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (81/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Poco M5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Poco M5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.