Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 53/100 vs 33/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 190g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by 20 points (53/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 56
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 43
Design 62
Value for money 41
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4600 mAh

  • Higher performance (56/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 175g vs 190g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 20 points higher (53/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 2310000
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 9200
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4900 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 45W 66W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 190 g 175 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
43
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (56/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by 20 points (53/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (56/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.