Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 50/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 750,481); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Vivo iQOO Z7
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 190g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 20 points higher (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100. In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (54/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| 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 | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and Vivo iQOO Z7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Vivo iQOO Z7 by 321.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (91/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (89/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (54/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 20 points (70/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 50/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.