Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Xiaomi 12T

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Xiaomi 12T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12T leads — 44/100 vs 31/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 12T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.

The Xiaomi 12T is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 12T
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 61
Design 47
Value for money 84
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh

  • Overall rating 31/100
What makes Xiaomi 12T better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 202g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (47/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Xiaomi 12T, the Xiaomi 12T scores 13 points higher (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T leads (53/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T leads (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12T is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (53/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T 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 12T: The Xiaomi 12T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) Xiaomi 12T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra
AnTuTu 1109632
Geekbench Single 978
Geekbench Multi 3950
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 2712x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W 120W
DXOMark (camera) 115
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 900 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 203 g 202 g
Price $380
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Xiaomi 12T
  • Main: 108MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12T
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Xiaomi 12T
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Xiaomi 12T
$380
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12T is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (53/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T 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 12T?

The Xiaomi 12T is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

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

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 12T — 44/100.

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

The Xiaomi 12T leads on camera score (53/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 12T?

The Xiaomi 12T leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

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

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