Realme C35 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Realme C35 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T616, 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 17/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme C35 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.2mm).

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Realme C35 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C35
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 63
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Realme C35 better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 203g

  • Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C35 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 14 points higher (31/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). 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 Realme C35 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Realme C35 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Realme C35 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C35 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (63/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme C35: The Realme C35 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C35 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Unisoc Tiger T616 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 220000
Geekbench Single 400
Geekbench Multi 1350
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 164.4×75.6×8.1 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 189 g 203 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme C35
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Realme C35
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme C35
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
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 Realme C35 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Realme C35 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Realme C35 (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme C35 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (63/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C35 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Realme C35 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Realme C35 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Realme C35 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Should you choose the Realme C35 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Realme C35 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.