Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 Pro leads — 43/100 vs 31/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 16 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Realme 16 Pro is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.2mm).
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 203g
- Higher performance (3/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 31/100
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Realme 16 Pro scores 12 points higher (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 919158 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (52/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 16 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 16 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Realme 16 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.