Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $459 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 18/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $459 vs $599
- Better portability (68/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 68 points higher (86/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 16/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (94/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (85/100 vs 16/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7880 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 175 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 760 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.8×77.6×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $459 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- Main: 16MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 5.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $140. Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 was $140 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (94/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (78/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (85/100 vs 16/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 by 68 points (86/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.