Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 51/100 vs 50/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is faster in AnTuTu (954,090 vs 913,920); the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 20 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1222 vs 1114
- Lighter: 192g vs 203g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 954090 vs 913920
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3281 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 1 points higher (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 leads (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (61/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 20 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 913920 | 954090 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×75.2×8.3 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads Samsung Galaxy Note 20 by 4.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (56/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (61/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (56/100 vs 37/100).