Samsung Galaxy A36 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. Both devices score the same overall rating of 33/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A36 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A36 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 195g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 33/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A36
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 42
Design 56
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 175g vs 195g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 33/100. In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (1/100 vs 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, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A36: The Samsung Galaxy A36 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A36 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 826996
Geekbench Single 1015
Geekbench Multi 2920
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 45W 66W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 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) 1900 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 195 g 175 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A36
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 12MP
29
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A36
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A36
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A36
$250
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (1/100 vs 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, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (81/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

Both devices scored 33/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy A36.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A36 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 A36 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.