Samsung Galaxy M30s vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy M30s (2019) runs on the Exynos 9611, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 19/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M30s has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M30s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 188g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M30s by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M30s
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 45
Design 65
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy M30s better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 188g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M30s vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 7 points higher (26/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M30s leads (45/100 vs 30/100). 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 M30s (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M30s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M30s (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Samsung Galaxy M30s: The Samsung Galaxy M30s is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy M30s Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Exynos 9611 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 355351
Geekbench Single 365
Geekbench Multi 1107
Display 6.4" Super AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 420 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 159.0×75.1×8.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 188 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M30s
  • Main: 48MP f/f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
29
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M30s
  • 6.4" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M30s
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
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 M30s (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M30s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (45/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M30s (83/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M30s or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M30s by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M30s and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy M30s has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M30s or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M30s over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy M30s is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.