Redmi 10C vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, 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 19/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi 10C has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Redmi 10C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 62
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 10C better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 203g

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • 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 Redmi 10C vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 12 points higher (31/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10C leads (100/100 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 Redmi 10C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Redmi 10C are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 10C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (62/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 10C: The Redmi 10C 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 Redmi 10C Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 421228
Geekbench Single 412
Geekbench Multi 1410
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12
NFC yes no
Dimensions 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 190 g 203 g
Price $150
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • 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
Redmi 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 10C
$150
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 Redmi 10C (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Redmi 10C are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 10C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (62/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Redmi 10C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 10C over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi 10C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.