Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs Xiaomi Mi 9

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 31/100 vs 19/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Xiaomi Mi 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Xiaomi Mi 9 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 203g).

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Mi 9 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Mi 9
Performance 1
Display 0
Camera 39
Battery 5
Design 83
Value for money 82
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 5/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 better?
  • Lighter: 173g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the Xiaomi Mi 9, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 12 points higher (31/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 leads (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 5/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (51/100 vs 5/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (82/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Mi 9: The Xiaomi Mi 9 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) Xiaomi Mi 9
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
AnTuTu 824513
Geekbench Single 968
Geekbench Multi 2731
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 3300 mAh
Charging 44W 27W
Wireless charging 0W 20W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 16 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12 Android 9
NFC no yes
Dimensions 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm
Weight 203 g 173 g
Price $400
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 20MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 20W
5
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Xiaomi Mi 9
$400
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (51/100 vs 5/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (83/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Mi 9 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Xiaomi Mi 9 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Mi 9 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.