Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy S8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, 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 S8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S8 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 173g).
Samsung Galaxy S8
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Lighter: 155g vs 173g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 55/100)
- 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)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8 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 S8 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 437463 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | — | |
| Display | 5.8" 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 | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $720 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
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 S8 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (30/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a MobileRank rating of 7/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.