Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Vivo iQOO 7
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 7 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 7 leads — 55/100 vs 48/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Vivo iQOO 7 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Vivo iQOO 7
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4000 mAh
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 7 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 271g
- Better camera (36/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Vivo iQOO 7, the Vivo iQOO 7 scores 7 points higher (55/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 leads (36/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (36/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (46/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Vivo iQOO 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 3537 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11, OriginOS | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.2×75.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 7
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 7
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 7
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Vivo iQOO 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
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Vivo iQOO 7
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (36/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (46/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 7?
The Vivo iQOO 7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Vivo iQOO 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 7 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 7?
The Vivo iQOO 7 leads on camera score (36/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Vivo iQOO 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 7 is a better fit for active users.