Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 31/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably lighter (203g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 51 points (82/100 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 17 Ultra
Performance 87
Display 100
Camera 93
Battery 72
Design 17
Value for money 41
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Lighter: 203g vs 226g

  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 17/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 51 points higher (82/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (46/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3593401
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 44W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 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 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 203 g 226 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (87/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (93/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (72/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (46/100 vs 17/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 51 points (82/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.