Poco M5 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 25/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco M5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 201g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Poco M5 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 48
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Poco M5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 201g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 1 points higher (26/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (98/100 vs 55/100).

Poco M5: The Poco M5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M5 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 408000
Geekbench Single 760
Geekbench Multi 1890
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2408x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 201 g 173 g
Price $170
Camera comparison
Poco M5
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco M5
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2408x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Poco M5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M5
$170
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (83/100 vs 48/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Poco M5 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco M5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.