Redmi K40S vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Redmi K40S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K40S leads — 33/100 vs 31/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K40S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Redmi K40S is thinner (7.7mm vs 9.2mm).

The Redmi K40S edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K40S
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 35
Design 56
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K40S better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 195g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K40S vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Redmi K40S scores 2 points higher (33/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K40S 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 K40S 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 K40S (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K40S is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi K40S: The Redmi K40S 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 Redmi K40S Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 1010069
Geekbench Single 1298
Geekbench Multi 3520
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 67W 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 12, MIUI 13 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 163.2×76.0×7.7 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 195 g 203 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi K40S
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K40S
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • 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 K40S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K40S 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 K40S 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 K40S (51/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K40S is a bit better (56/100 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 Redmi K40S or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K40S edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K40S and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K40S has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K40S or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K40S leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K40S over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K40S is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.