Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17e leads — 30/100 vs 26/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17e has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 199g).
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 199g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy M17e scores 4 points higher (30/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e leads (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17e | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 173 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (46/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (83/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17e over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.