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 — 54/100 vs 33/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4000); 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.
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Lighter: 162g vs 175g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 81/100)
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 21 points higher (54/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (64/100 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (97/100 vs 81/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (64/100 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (37/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (97/100 vs 81/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
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 21 points (54/100 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 54/100, 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 (64/100 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 active users. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.