Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, 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 32/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 200g).
Samsung Galaxy A26
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 175g vs 200g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 1 points higher (33/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 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 — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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 — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (81/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A26 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.