Samsung Galaxy A40 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy A40 (2019) runs on the Samsung 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 11/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A40 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 203g).
Samsung Galaxy A40
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 140g vs 203g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 8/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A40 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 20 points higher (31/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (27/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 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 A40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (27/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (100/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A40 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 241600 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | — | |
| Display | 5.9" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 144.4×69.2×7.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A40
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 25MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 5.9" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
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 A40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (27/100 vs 8/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (51/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (100/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 by 20 points (31/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A40 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 8/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A40 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.