Vivo iQOO Z7 vs ZTE Axon 50 Lite

The Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (2023) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 16/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Lite has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Lite has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 50 Lite — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Lite better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Lite, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 10 points higher (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (83/100 vs 50/100). 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.
ZTE Axon 50 Lite: The ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W 5W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 256GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13 Android 13 Tiramisu
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm 165.0×76.1×8.4 mm
Weight 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: —
24
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
  • 6.6"
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
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 ZTE Axon 50 Lite (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (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 Vivo iQOO Z7 or the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 50 Lite — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Lite — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 over the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.