Samsung Galaxy A34 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy A34 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A34 leads — 33/100 vs 26/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A34 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 199g).

The Samsung Galaxy A34 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A34
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 36
Battery 36
Design 51
Value for money 82
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A34 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 199g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A34 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy A34 scores 7 points higher (33/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy A34 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A34: The Samsung Galaxy A34 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 A34 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 729766
Geekbench Single 1032
Geekbench Multi 2507
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
DXOMark (camera) 92
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 199 g 173 g
Price $400
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
36
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • 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 A34
$400
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 Samsung Galaxy A34 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy A34 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (83/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A34 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A34 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A34 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A34 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A34 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A34 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.