Samsung Galaxy S7 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy S7 (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8890, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 7/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S7 is noticeably lighter (152g vs 173g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S7 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S7
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 64
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S7 better?
  • Lighter: 152g vs 173g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 83/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S7 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 19 points higher (26/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S7 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy S7: The Samsung Galaxy S7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S7 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Samsung Exynos 8890 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 413736
Geekbench Single 413
Geekbench Multi 1102
Display 5.1" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 142.4×69.6×7.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 152 g 173 g
Price $670
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S7
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S7
  • 5.1" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S7
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S7
$670
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S7 (30/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S7 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S7 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S7 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 has a MobileRank rating of 7/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S7 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S7 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.