Samsung Galaxy M16 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 23/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M16 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.2mm).
Samsung Galaxy M16
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Better camera (28/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 46/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 8 points higher (31/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 37/100). 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 M16 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (28/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M16 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 203 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
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 M16 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (28/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Samsung Galaxy M16 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy M16 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M16 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy M16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.