Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Vivo Y21
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 31/100 vs 30/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo Y21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Vivo Y21
- Lighter: 203g vs 209g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Vivo Y21, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 1 points higher (31/100 vs 30/100). 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, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 209 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y21
- 6500 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Vivo Y21 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y21 — 30/100.
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.