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vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.38 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 2 MP

vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB)
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

8.5

User score

â–²Better than 50% of smartphones
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 66%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.0

Camera

15%

6.6

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

3.3

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

â–¼Worse than 53%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 79%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components:

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.0

Camera

15%

6.6

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

3.3

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

6.5
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
9.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 87% of models
Popularity:
vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 9.1 points, which is higher than 86.6% of smartphones.
9.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.6
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 920
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor model which is slower than processors in 56.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.79 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.79 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 73.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.38 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.38 inches which is smaller than the screens of 88.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
413 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 413 ppi which is higher than that of 70.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
44 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 44 W which is faster than in 54.5% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 2.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
158.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.9 mm which is shorter than 83.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
73.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.5 mm which is narrower than 87.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
173 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 173 g which is lighter than 91.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
80,738 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 80,738 cm³ which is smaller than 93.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 5.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.46 vs 8.000).
    8.46 vs 8
  • 66.8% more popular
    vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.07 vs 5.4).
    9.07 vs 5.44
  • 85.7% cheaper
    vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£140 vs £260).
    £140 vs £260
  • 3.9% better value for money
    vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.62 vs 7.3).
    7.62 vs 7.34
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 20.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,134 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,134 vs 942
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.2% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 21.7% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,082 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,082 vs 2,533
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 4.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (413 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    413 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Schott Xensation vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Schott Xensation vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 300 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 13.6% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (750 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    750 nits vs 660 nits
  • 33.3% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (44 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    44 W vs 33 W
  • 50% faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (7.5 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    7.5 W vs 5 W
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 11.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (173 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    173 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4.7 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 17.4% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (80738 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    80,738 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 920 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 920 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • 0.29 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.38 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 920 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 920 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (2 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    2.0 vs 3.2
  • 47.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (642 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    642 vs 1,226
  • 27.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (2,269 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    2,269 vs 3,115
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.29 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.38 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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07/04/2023
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30/03/2023
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22/03/2023
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21/03/2023
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07/06/2023
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Very good performance and smooth multitasking for the price point, especially for gaming (often featuring Dimensity 920 or 7200 chipsets and 'Monster Mode')
  • Vibrant and bright AMOLED display (on most variants) with a 90Hz or 120Hz refresh rate and good sunlight legibility
  • Slim, lightweight, and premium-feeling design, often with a matte finish that resists fingerprints
  • Main 64MP rear camera with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) performs well in good lighting and captures decent night photos and 4K video
  • Good battery life, typically lasting a full day with moderate to heavy use
  • Fast charging support (44W or 66W/80W, depending on region) with the charger included in the box
  • Includes a 3.5mm audio jack (on some Z7 5G variants) and/or NFC and infrared (on Z7 China variant)
  • Funtouch OS 13 based on Android 13 is user-friendly and offers many customization options

What we don't like about vivo iQOO Z7 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Lack of an ultra-wide-angle camera and a macro sensor, limiting versatility for landscapes and close-up shots
  • Features only a single (mono) speaker, which falls short of the audio quality and experience of stereo speakers
  • Comes with bloatware/pre-installed apps, some of which cannot be uninstalled
  • Uses UFS 2.2 storage (instead of faster UFS 3.1 found on some competing phones)
  • Some users report software bugs, occasional lags with third-party launchers, and potential heating during heavy gaming
  • Battery life, while generally good, can drain faster than expected under heavy use according to some users
  • Some variants (e.g., Z7 Pro) lack the 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage via microSD card

Verdict

The vivo iQOO Z7 5G (8GB + 128GB) is a slim and lightweight smartphone powered by the efficient 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor, featuring a 6.38-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1300 nits peak brightness. A key selling point is its 64MP main camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a rarity in its segment, which captures detailed photos and stable 4K video in good lighting. It boasts 44W FlashCharge support that can charge the 4500mAh battery to 50% in just 25 minutes, and includes an in-display fingerprint sensor and a 3.5mm audio jack. Primary drawbacks include the lack of an ultra-wide camera lens, a single, underwhelming mono speaker, a somewhat dated waterdrop notch display design with thick bottom bezels, and a notable amount of pre-installed bloatware in its Funtouch OS 13 software.

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