Samsung Galaxy A30s vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy A30s (2019) runs on the Exynos 7904, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 13/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 25 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A30s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A30s — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A30s
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 11
Battery 12
Design 88
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A30s better?
  • Lighter: 169g vs 173g

  • Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 83/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 25MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 11/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A30s vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 13 points higher (26/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (37/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A30s: The Samsung Galaxy A30s 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 A30s Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Exynos 7904 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 241600
Geekbench Single 330
Geekbench Multi 975
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 25 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.5×74.7×7.8 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 169 g 173 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30s
  • Main: 25MP
  • Front: 16MP
11
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30s
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A30s
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A30s
$250
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, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (37/100 vs 11/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (30/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A30s or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A30s — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A30s and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A30s has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A30s or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A30s over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A30s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.