Samsung Galaxy A72 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 26/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A72 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the Samsung Galaxy A72 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 203g).
Samsung Galaxy A72
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 175g vs 203g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A72 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 7 points higher (33/100 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 Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A72 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 66W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 92 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $450 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (81/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A72 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A72 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.