Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, 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 Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 200g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A16 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 97
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 200g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 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 Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (97/100 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 Samsung Galaxy A16 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (97/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A16: The Samsung Galaxy A16 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 Samsung Galaxy A16 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 503850
Geekbench Single 760
Geekbench Multi 1890
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 44W
DXOMark (camera) 77
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 200 g 173 g
Price $182
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A16
$182
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 Samsung Galaxy A16 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (83/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A16 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.