Realme X3 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Realme X3 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme X3 leads — 33/100 vs 26/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4200); the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 202g).
Realme X3
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 30W
- Lighter: 173g vs 202g
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 19/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 47/100)
Comparing the Realme X3 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Realme X3 scores 7 points higher (33/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme X3 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme X3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme X3 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (30/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme X3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme X3 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 859084 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1031 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2864 | — | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 10, Realme UI | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.8×8.9 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $450 | — |
Realme X3
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme X3
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme X3
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme X3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme X3 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (30/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (83/100 vs 47/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme X3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme X3 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Realme X3 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Realme X3 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme X3 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Realme X3 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Realme X3 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Realme X3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.