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 — 54/100 vs 26/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 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 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 173g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 83/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (54/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (30/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (30/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
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?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 28 points (54/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.