Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 26/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 200g).
Samsung Galaxy A26
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 200g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 6 points higher (32/100 vs 26/100). 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, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A26 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 749719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (83/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A26 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A26 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.