Vivo iQOO Z11i vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Vivo iQOO Z11i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11i has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 209g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 26/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z11i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 48
Design 38
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11i better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 209g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict

The Vivo iQOO Z11i and the Vivo iQOO Z7 received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i leads (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (83/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (98/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z11i: The Vivo iQOO Z11i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z11i Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 560863
Geekbench Single 923
Geekbench Multi 2249
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP65 IP54
Dimensions 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 209 g 173 g
Price $175
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z11i
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z11i
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z11i
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z11i
$175
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 Z11i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (48/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (83/100 vs 38/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z11i or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z7.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z11i and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z11i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z11i or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z11i over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z11i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.