Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads — 68/100 vs 54/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is faster in AnTuTu (1,695,011 vs 971,424); the Samsung Galaxy S23+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23+
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1695011 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 175g vs 196g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ scores 14 points higher (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1695011 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 175 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23+ and Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (75/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (67/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads on camera score (67/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads on performance (75/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23+ over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is a better fit for active users.