Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Vivo S18e

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. Both devices score the same overall rating of 31/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo S18e has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Vivo S18e is thinner (7.7mm vs 9.2mm).

Both devices scored the same rating of 31/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
Vivo S18e
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 46
Design 58
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Vivo S18e better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 193g vs 203g

  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo S18e received the same MobileRank rating — 31/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 27/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S18e is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo S18e: The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) Vivo S18e
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 44W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm
Weight 203 g 193 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo S18e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo S18e
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Vivo S18e
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 27/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo S18e is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Vivo S18e?

Both devices scored 31/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo S18e.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo S18e?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo S18e — 31/100.

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Vivo S18e?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.