Samsung Galaxy A30s vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Samsung Galaxy A30s (2019) runs on the Exynos 7904, 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 13/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 25 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A30s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A30s is noticeably lighter (169g vs 203g).

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A30s — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A30s
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 11
Battery 12
Design 88
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A30s better?
  • Lighter: 169g vs 203g

  • Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 25MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 11/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A30s vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 18 points higher (31/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s leads (93/100 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 Samsung Galaxy A30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A30s: The Samsung Galaxy A30s 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 Samsung Galaxy A30s Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Exynos 7904 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 241600
Geekbench Single 330
Geekbench Multi 975
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 25 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12
NFC yes no
Dimensions 158.5×74.7×7.8 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 169 g 203 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30s
  • Main: 25MP
  • Front: 16MP
11
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30s
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • 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
Samsung Galaxy A30s
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A30s
$250
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 Samsung Galaxy A30s (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (27/100 vs 11/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (51/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (88/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A30s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A30s — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A30s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy A30s has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A30s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A30s over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy A30s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.