Realme Narzo 30 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Realme Narzo 30 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 24/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Narzo 30 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Narzo 30 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 Realme Narzo 30 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 30
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 26
Battery 39
Design 60
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Realme Narzo 30 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 192g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme Narzo 30 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 2 points higher (26/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 26/100). 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 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 30 is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme Narzo 30: The Realme Narzo 30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme Narzo 30 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 534895
Geekbench Single 673
Geekbench Multi 1881
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 30W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 580 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.3×75.4×9.4 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 192 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 30
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
26
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 30
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 30
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
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, 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 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 30 is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (83/100 vs 60/100).

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 Realme Narzo 30 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Realme Narzo 30 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 30 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme Narzo 30 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 30 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Realme Narzo 30 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme Narzo 30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.