Samsung Galaxy A33 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Samsung Galaxy A33 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280, 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 26/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A33 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 203g).

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Samsung Galaxy A33 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A33
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 30
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 84
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A33 better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 203g

  • Better camera (30/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A33 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 5 points higher (31/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 leads (84/100 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 A33 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (30/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (67/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (84/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A33: The Samsung Galaxy A33 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 A33 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Samsung Exynos 1280 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 613957
Geekbench Single 957
Geekbench Multi 2095
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 44W
DXOMark (camera) 85
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12
NFC no
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 186 g 203 g
Price $370
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A33
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
30
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A33
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A33
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A33
$370
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 A33 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (30/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (67/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (84/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A33 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Samsung Galaxy A33 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A33 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A33 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.