Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 31/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Xiaomi 12S Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably lighter (203g vs 225g).
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 225g
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 18/100)
- Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
- Higher performance (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 18 points higher (49/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (46/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | Xiaomi 12S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1627862 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 225 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (24/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (70/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (46/100 vs 18/100).
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 Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on performance (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.