Poco M5s vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, 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 24/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco M5s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 203g).

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Poco M5s by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 39
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 95
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Poco M5s better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 203g

  • Better camera (39/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 7 points higher (31/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s leads (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5s leads (95/100 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 M5s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M5s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (76/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (95/100 vs 55/100).

Poco M5s: The Poco M5s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M5s Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 534895
Geekbench Single 673
Geekbench Multi 1881
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 179 g 203 g
Price $210
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
  • Main: 64MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Poco M5s
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M5s
$210
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 M5s (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco M5s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (76/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (95/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Poco M5s by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Poco M5s leads on camera score (39/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Poco M5s over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Poco M5s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.