Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Xiaomi 15

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 73/100 vs 31/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5240); the Xiaomi 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.

The Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 42 points (73/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 15
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 68
Design 61
Value for money 66
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5240 mAh

  • Overall rating 31/100
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 191g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (66/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 42 points higher (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (61/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 15: The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) Xiaomi 15
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2923262
Geekbench Single 3092
Geekbench Multi 9147
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 2670x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5240 mAh
Charging 44W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 147
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12 Android 15 / HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm
Weight 203 g 191 g
Price $635
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Xiaomi 15
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 15
  • 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2670x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Xiaomi 15
  • 5240 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
68
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Xiaomi 15
$635
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (78/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (68/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (61/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 15?

The Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 42 points (73/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Xiaomi 15?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 15?

The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 15?

The Xiaomi 15 leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Xiaomi 15?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for active users.