Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy S22 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S22 leads — 56/100 vs 50/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S22 is faster in AnTuTu (1,434,169 vs 750,481); the Samsung Galaxy S22 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22
Vivo iQOO Z7
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1434169 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 1588 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3958 vs 2318
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 168g vs 173g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 77/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (40/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy S22 scores 6 points higher (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 leads (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1434169 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1588 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3958 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 146.0×70.6×7.6 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22 and Vivo iQOO Z7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S22 leads Vivo iQOO Z7 by 91.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (68/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 50/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 leads on performance (68/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a better fit for active users.