Samsung Galaxy A72 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A72 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Samsung Galaxy A72 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 203g).
Samsung Galaxy A72
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 173g vs 203g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 46/100)
The Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 received the same MobileRank rating — 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A72 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 92 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $450 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (83/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z7.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A72 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.