Samsung Galaxy S9+ vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Samsung Galaxy S9+ (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 6/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S9+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 189g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ by 20 points (26/100 vs 6/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9+
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 1
Design 63
Value for money 52
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9+ better?

  • Overall rating 6/100
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 173g vs 189g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 4/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S9+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 20 points higher (26/100 vs 6/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 1/100). 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 S9+ (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (37/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (30/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy S9+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy S9+: The Samsung Galaxy S9+ 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 S9+ Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Samsung Exynos 9810 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 583956
Geekbench Single 769
Geekbench Multi 2000
Display 6.2" Super AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2960x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Wireless charging 10W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 8.0 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 189 g 173 g
Price $840
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9+
  • Main: 12MP f/1.5
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
4
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9+
  • 6.2" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2960x1440
  • 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 S9+
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 10W
1
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S9+
$840
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 S9+ (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (37/100 vs 4/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (30/100 vs 1/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (83/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Samsung Galaxy S9+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ by 20 points (26/100 vs 6/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9+ and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S9+ has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9+ or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 4/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9+ over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Samsung Galaxy S9+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.