Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Vivo Y500i

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500i leads — 33/100 vs 31/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500i has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo Y500i has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably lighter (203g vs 219g).

The Vivo Y500i edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 2 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 Y500i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 57
Design 26
Value for money 97
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Lighter: 203g vs 219g

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Vivo Y500i better?
  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 6000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Vivo Y500i, the Vivo Y500i scores 2 points higher (33/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i leads (97/100 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 iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo Y500i are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (46/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (97/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y500i: The Vivo Y500i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) Vivo Y500i
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
AnTuTu 560863
Geekbench Single 923
Geekbench Multi 2249
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408 720x1570
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 7200 mAh
Charging 44W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm
Weight 203 g 219 g
Price $180
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo Y500i
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500i
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Vivo Y500i
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
57
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Vivo Y500i
$180
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 iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo Y500i are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (46/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Vivo Y500i?

The Vivo Y500i edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Vivo Y500i?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y500i — 33/100.

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Vivo Y500i?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y500i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.