OnePlus Nord 3 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads — 43/100 vs 26/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus Nord 3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 193g).

The OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 51
Design 58
Value for money 86
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 193g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the OnePlus Nord 3 scores 17 points higher (43/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (83/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (86/100 vs 55/100).

OnePlus Nord 3: The OnePlus Nord 3 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 OnePlus Nord 3 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 1542660
Geekbench Single 1693
Geekbench Multi 4384
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1240x2772 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 80W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1450 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 193 g 173 g
Price $339
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1240x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 3
$339
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (51/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (83/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.