Poco C65 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 25/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C65 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco C65 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 192g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Poco C65 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Poco C65 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 192g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 1 points higher (26/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C65 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 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Poco C65 (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C65 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C65: The Poco C65 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 Poco C65 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 262000
Geekbench Single 375
Geekbench Multi 1031
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1600x720 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13 / HyperOS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 192 g 173 g
Price $99
Camera comparison
Poco C65
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco C65
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Poco C65
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C65
$99
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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco C65 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Poco C65 (83/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco C65 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Poco C65 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco C65 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.