Redmi K40 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Redmi K40 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K40 leads — 34/100 vs 31/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.

The Redmi K40 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K40
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 28
Design 55
Value for money 89
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K40 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (89/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 28/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K40 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Redmi K40 scores 3 points higher (34/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K40 leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K40 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (51/100 vs 28/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (89/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K40: The Redmi K40 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 K40 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 1010069
Geekbench Single 1298
Geekbench Multi 3520
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4520 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 12, Funtouch 12
NFC no
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 196 g 203 g
Price $309
Camera comparison
Redmi K40
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K40
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K40
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
28
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K40
$309
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K40 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (51/100 vs 28/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (89/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K40 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K40 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K40 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K40 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K40 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K40 leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K40 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.