Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 9/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S10 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 173g).
Samsung Galaxy S10
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Lighter: 157g vs 173g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 2/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 17 points higher (26/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 2/100). 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 S10 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (37/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (30/100 vs 2/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 745471 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2322 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $899 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
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, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (37/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (30/100 vs 2/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S10 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.