Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2500, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1099 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 72/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,289,696); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 223g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2358
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8211
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $1099
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 17 points higher (89/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (83/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2358 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8211 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 137 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.7×75.2×6.5 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 by 58.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $259. Vivo iQOO 16 was $259 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (100/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (90/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (83/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.