Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Vivo Y500

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 leads — 36/100 vs 31/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo Y500 is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.2mm).

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
Vivo Y500
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 86
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Lighter: 203g vs 210g

  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 6000 mAh

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Vivo Y500, the Vivo Y500 scores 5 points higher (36/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). 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 Y500 is a bit better (34/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (86/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) Vivo Y500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 44W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 203 g 210 g
Price $345
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Vivo Y500
$345
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, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (34/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Vivo Y500?

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo Y500?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Vivo Y500?

The Vivo Y500 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Vivo Y500?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.