Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ leads — 29/100 vs 26/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 188g).

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 27
Design 65
Value for money 27
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20+ better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 188g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ scores 3 points higher (29/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ 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 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy S20+ are nearly equal (30/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (55/100 vs 27/100).

Samsung Galaxy S20+: The Samsung Galaxy S20+ 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 S20+ Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 874382
Geekbench Single 1222
Geekbench Multi 3060
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 44W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 188 g 173 g
Price $1199
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 10MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
27
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S20+
$1199
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ 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 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy S20+ are nearly equal (30/100 vs 27/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (83/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (55/100 vs 27/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20+ over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.