Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 48/100 vs 26/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 22 points (48/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Performance 28
Display 100
Camera 67
Battery 13
Design 90
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 S23 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 168g vs 173g

  • Higher performance (28/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3900 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 22 points higher (48/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Samsung Galaxy S23: The Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 1660456
Geekbench Single 2004
Geekbench Multi 5311
Display 6.1" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3900 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 44W
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 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1750 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 168 g 173 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
67
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
  • 6.1" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • 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 S23
  • 3900 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
13
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S23
$799
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (28/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (67/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (30/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).

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 S23 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 22 points (48/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (28/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.