Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 27/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 190g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A17 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 175g vs 190g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 6 points higher (33/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (81/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A17: The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A17 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 602971
Geekbench Single 760
Geekbench Multi 1890
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 25W 66W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 / One UI 7 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 190 g 175 g
Price $147
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A17
$147
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (81/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A17 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 28/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.