Huawei nova 14i vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Huawei nova 14i (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Huawei nova 14i has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 216g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 26/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 14i
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 50
Design 30
Value for money 92
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei nova 14i better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 216g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict

The Huawei nova 14i and the Vivo iQOO Z7 received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14i leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14i leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14i (83/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (92/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei nova 14i: The Huawei nova 14i 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 Huawei nova 14i Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 421228
Geekbench Single 412
Geekbench Multi 1410
Display 7.0" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2376 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 5W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS EMUI 14.2 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 171.6×79.9×8.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 216 g 173 g
Price $259
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 14i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova 14i
  • 7.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 14i
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei nova 14i
$259
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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (50/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14i (83/100 vs 30/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (92/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14i or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z7.

What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14i and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Huawei nova 14i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14i or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova 14i over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Huawei nova 14i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.