Vivo iQOO Z7 vs Vivo S17e

The Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the Vivo S17e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S17e leads — 33/100 vs 26/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S17e has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo S17e has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

The Vivo S17e edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
Vivo S17e
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 77
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Lighter: 173g vs 178g

  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 77/100)
What makes Vivo S17e better?
  • Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 vs the Vivo S17e, the Vivo S17e scores 7 points higher (33/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo S17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo S17e is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo S17e: The Vivo S17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 Vivo S17e
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 44W 66W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13 Android 13, OriginOS 3
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1300 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm 164.2×74.9×7.4 mm
Weight 173 g 178 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Vivo S17e
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo S17e
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Vivo S17e
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
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 S17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo S17e is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).

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 Vivo iQOO Z7 or the Vivo S17e?

The Vivo S17e edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Vivo S17e?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo S17e — 33/100.

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 over the Vivo S17e?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo S17e is a better fit for everyday use.