Poco X5 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X5 leads — 32/100 vs 26/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 189g).

The Poco X5 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 39
Design 63
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Poco X5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 189g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Poco X5 scores 6 points higher (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Poco X5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Poco X5: The Poco X5 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 X5 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 592015
Geekbench Single 905
Geekbench Multi 2003
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53 IP54
Dimensions 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 189 g 173 g
Price $245
Camera comparison
Poco X5
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco X5
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Poco X5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X5
$245
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, the Poco X5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (83/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco X5 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 28/100).

Should you choose the Poco X5 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco X5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.