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 — 74/100 vs 50/100 (a 24-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 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 750,481); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo iQOO Z7
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2318
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 173g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 77/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 24 points higher (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2318 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 276.8% 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 (89/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (77/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
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 24 points (74/100 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 74/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.