Lava Bold N2 5G vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Lava Bold N2 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 20/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Bold N2 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP.
Lava Bold N2 5G
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Lava Bold N2 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 6 points higher (26/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G leads (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G leads (100/100 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 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Lava Bold N2 5G | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 450000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 173 g | |
| Price | $105 | — |
Lava Bold N2 5G
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
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 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (45/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (83/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Lava Bold N2 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Lava Bold N2 5G has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N2 5G over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Lava Bold N2 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.