Nokia 8.1 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 8/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia 8.1 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.
Nokia 8.1
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 173g vs 180g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 18 points higher (26/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 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 Nokia 8.1 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (37/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8.1 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 417439 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 431 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1320 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2246x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $449 | — |
Nokia 8.1
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia 8.1
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2246x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia 8.1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (37/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (30/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8.1 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 4/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.