Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads — 43/100 vs 26/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A56 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 198g).
Samsung Galaxy A56
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 198g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A56 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy A56 scores 17 points higher (43/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1580 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1222280 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1356 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3888 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 114 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $340 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (53/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (83/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on performance (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A56 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.