Apple iPhone 17e vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 59/100 vs 50/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 750,481); the Apple iPhone 17e has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Vivo iQOO Z7
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 2318
- Lighter: 163g vs 173g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 77/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (40/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (69/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 9 points higher (59/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (38/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (38/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Vivo iQOO Z7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Vivo iQOO Z7 by 187.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (89/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (38/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users.