Nokia C12 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Nokia C12 (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A1, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 6/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is thinner (7.8mm vs 8.8mm).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 by 20 points (26/100 vs 6/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C12
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 78
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia C12 better?

  • Overall rating 6/100
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 177g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 20 points higher (26/100 vs 6/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). 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 C12 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Nokia C12: The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C12 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Unisoc SC9863A1 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 153667
Geekbench Single 205
Geekbench Multi 846
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 8 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition) Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 177 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Nokia C12
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C12
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C12
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
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 C12 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (30/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C12 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 by 20 points (26/100 vs 6/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C12 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Nokia C12 has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C12 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C12 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.