Samsung Galaxy A33 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy A33 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A33 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP.

Both devices scored the same rating of 26/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A33
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 30
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 84
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A33 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 186g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A33 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 leads (84/100 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (84/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A33: The Samsung Galaxy A33 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 A33 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Samsung Exynos 1280 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 613957
Geekbench Single 957
Geekbench Multi 2095
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
DXOMark (camera) 85
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 186 g 173 g
Price $370
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A33
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
30
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A33
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • 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 A33
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A33
$370
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 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (83/100 vs 67/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (84/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A33 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z7.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A33 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A33 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A33 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A33 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.