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.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8.1 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 79
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?

  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Nokia 8.1: The Nokia 8.1 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 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
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
4
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2246x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8.1
$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 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).

Frequently asked questions
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.