Fairphone 4 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Fairphone 4 (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 750G, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 19/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3905); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Fairphone 4 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 225g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Fairphone 4 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 4
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 49
Battery 9
Design 18
Value for money 79
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Fairphone 4 better?

  • Better camera (49/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3905 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 173g vs 225g

  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 18/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 4 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 7 points higher (26/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (79/100 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 4 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (30/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (83/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Fairphone 4: The Fairphone 4 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 4 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Snapdragon 750G MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 517683
Geekbench Single 601
Geekbench Multi 1882
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3905 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 20W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 25 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 11 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 162.0×75.5×10.5 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 225 g 173 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Fairphone 4
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 25MP
49
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Fairphone 4
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Fairphone 4
  • 3905 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
9
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Fairphone 4
$449
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 4 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (30/100 vs 9/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (83/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 4 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Fairphone 4 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Fairphone 4 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Fairphone 4 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 4 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Fairphone 4 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 4 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.