Fairphone 3+ vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 13/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Fairphone 3+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 189g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Fairphone 3+ — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 3+
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 26
Battery 0
Design 63
Value for money 76
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Fairphone 3+ better?

  • Better value for money (76/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3040 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 173g vs 189g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 13 points higher (26/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (76/100 vs 55/100).

Fairphone 3+: The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Fairphone 3+ Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Snapdragon 632 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 243691
Geekbench Single 295
Geekbench Multi 1037
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2160 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3040 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 189 g 173 g
Price $489
Camera comparison
Fairphone 3+
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
26
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Fairphone 3+
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2160
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Fairphone 3+
  • 3040 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Fairphone 3+
$489
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (30/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (83/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (76/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Fairphone 3+ — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.