Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, 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 M3 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 190g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Poco M3 Pro 5G by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 23
Battery 36
Design 62
Value for money 96
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 190g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G 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 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G leads (96/100 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 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 55/100).

Poco M3 Pro 5G: The Poco M3 Pro 5G 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 M3 Pro 5G Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 700 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 515647
Geekbench Single 688
Geekbench Multi 1794
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 11 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 190 g 173 g
Price $200
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • 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 M3 Pro 5G
$200
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 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (83/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Poco M3 Pro 5G by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 23/100).

Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Poco M3 Pro 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.