Samsung Galaxy A72 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads — 31/100 vs 26/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A72 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500).
Samsung Galaxy A72
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better camera (36/100 vs 34/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 194g vs 203g
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A72 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) scores 5 points higher (31/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (36/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A72 | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 92 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $450 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (36/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) edges out the Samsung Galaxy A72 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A72 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.