Realme 12 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 51/100 vs 47/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is faster in AnTuTu (954,090 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 954090 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1114 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3281 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (58/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 4 points higher (51/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (58/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Realme 12 (58/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (68/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 954090 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads Realme 12 by 46.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Realme 12 (58/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (68/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Realme 12 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads on performance (58/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Realme 12 (68/100 vs 44/100).