Samsung Galaxy M30s vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy M30s (2019) runs on the Exynos 9611, 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 19/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M30s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M30s is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Samsung Galaxy M30s
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Better camera (29/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 46/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M30s vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 12 points higher (31/100 vs 19/100). 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 M30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M30s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M30s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (65/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M30s | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 9611 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 355351 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 365 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1107 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 420 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 159.0×75.1×8.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 203 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy M30s
- Main: 48MP f/f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M30s
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M30s
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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 M30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M30s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M30s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (65/100 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 M30s or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy M30s — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M30s and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy M30s has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M30s over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy M30s is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.