Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads — 48/100 vs 26/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 236g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 173g vs 236g
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 5/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special scores 22 points higher (48/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (30/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (83/100 vs 5/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 2342433 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | — | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×142.6×4.9 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 236 g | 173 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 4MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (45/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (30/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (83/100 vs 5/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 22 points (48/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads on performance (45/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.