Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Xiaomi 12 Lite

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 Lite leads — 37/100 vs 31/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 12 Lite has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Xiaomi 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (173g vs 203g).

The Xiaomi 12 Lite edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 6 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
Xiaomi 12 Lite
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 84
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, the Xiaomi 12 Lite scores 6 points higher (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite leads (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (84/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 12 Lite: The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) Xiaomi 12 Lite
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
AnTuTu 781542
Geekbench Single 1017
Geekbench Multi 2943
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.5" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 44W 67W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 950 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm
Weight 203 g 173 g
Price $370
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • Main: 108MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Xiaomi 12 Lite
$370
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (48/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (51/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (83/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (84/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Xiaomi 12 Lite edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Xiaomi 12 Lite leads on camera score (48/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.