Realme C61 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Realme C61 (2024) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 19/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C61 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 188g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Realme C61 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C61
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 65
Value for money 99
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Realme C61 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (99/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 173g vs 188g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C61 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 7 points higher (26/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C61 leads (99/100 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 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C61 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme C61 (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C61 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (99/100 vs 55/100).

Realme C61: The Realme C61 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 Realme C61 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Unisoc Tiger T612 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 200000
Geekbench Single 360
Geekbench Multi 1250
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Main camera 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14, Realme UI Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 560 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 167.3×76.7×7.8 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 188 g 173 g
Price $156
Camera comparison
Realme C61
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme C61
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Realme C61
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme C61
$156
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 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme C61 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme C61 (83/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme C61 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (99/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C61 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Realme C61 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme C61 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme C61 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C61 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Realme C61 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme C61 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.