Tecno Spark 8 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Tecno Spark 8 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 11/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 8 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 16 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 200g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 8
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 2
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Spark 8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 16MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 200g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 2/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Spark 8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 15 points higher (26/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 2/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8 (37/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8 (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Tecno Spark 8: The Tecno Spark 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Spark 8 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio P22 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 156818
Geekbench Single 233
Geekbench Multi 723
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 10W 44W
Main camera 16 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition), HIOS 7.6 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 480 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.8×76.1×9.2 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 200 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 8
  • Main: 16MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
2
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 8
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 8
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
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 Tecno Spark 8 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8 (37/100 vs 2/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8 (83/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 8 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Tecno Spark 8 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Spark 8 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Tecno Spark 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.