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.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by 21 points (54/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 175g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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.

Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.
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 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
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
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • 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
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26
$799
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 (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.

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 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.