Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 8/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 16 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 5
Battery 1
Design 67
Value for money 78
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 better?

  • Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 16MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 173g vs 186g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 5/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 18 points higher (26/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 1/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (37/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (30/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (78/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A7 2017: The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 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 A7 2017 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Samsung Exynos 7880 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 95000
Geekbench Single 175
Geekbench Multi 760
Display 5.7" Super AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1920x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Main camera 16 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB 128GB
OS Android 6.0 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 156.8×77.6×7.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 186 g 173 g
Price $459
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
  • Main: 16MP f/1.9
  • Front: 16MP
5
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
  • 5.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1920x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
1
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
$459
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 Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (37/100 vs 5/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (30/100 vs 1/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (83/100 vs 67/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (78/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 5/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.