Vivo iQOO Z7 vs Vivo Z3i

The Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the Vivo Z3i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 9/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3315); the main camera is 64 MP vs 16 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Vivo Z3i — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
Vivo Z3i
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 8
Battery 0
Design 95
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3315 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 16MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 8/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo Z3i better?
  • Lighter: 164g vs 173g

  • Better design/ergonomics (95/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 vs the Vivo Z3i, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 17 points higher (26/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Vivo Z3i (37/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Z3i is a bit better (95/100 vs 83/100). 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 Z3i: The Vivo Z3i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 Vivo Z3i
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 MediaTek Helio P60
AnTuTu 232802
Geekbench Single 341
Geekbench Multi 779
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2280
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 3315 mAh
Charging 44W 18W
Main camera 64 MP 16 MP
Front camera 16 MP 24 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13 Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm 156.0×75.6×8.1 mm
Weight 173 g 164 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Vivo Z3i
  • Main: 16MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 24MP
8
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Z3i
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Vivo Z3i
  • 3315 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
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 Vivo Z3i (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Vivo Z3i (37/100 vs 8/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (30/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Z3i is a bit better (95/100 vs 83/100).

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 Z3i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Vivo Z3i — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Vivo Z3i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo Z3i — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the Vivo Z3i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 8/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 over the Vivo Z3i?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Z3i is a better fit for everyday use.