Vivo iQOO Z7 vs Xiaomi 12T

The Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the Xiaomi 12T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12T leads — 44/100 vs 26/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 12T has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 12T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 202g).

The Xiaomi 12T is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 12T
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 61
Design 47
Value for money 84
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Lighter: 173g vs 202g

  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 vs the Xiaomi 12T, the Xiaomi 12T scores 18 points higher (44/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T leads (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12T is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (84/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 12T: The Xiaomi 12T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 Xiaomi 12T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra
AnTuTu 1109632
Geekbench Single 978
Geekbench Multi 3950
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2712x1220
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W 120W
DXOMark (camera) 115
Main camera 64 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 900 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 173 g 202 g
Price $380
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 12T
  • Main: 108MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Xiaomi 12T
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Xiaomi 12T
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Xiaomi 12T
$380
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12T is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (53/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (61/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T (83/100 vs 47/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (84/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the Xiaomi 12T?

The Xiaomi 12T is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Xiaomi 12T?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Xiaomi 12T — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the Xiaomi 12T?

The Xiaomi 12T leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the Xiaomi 12T?

The Xiaomi 12T leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 over the Xiaomi 12T?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.