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| Basic Information | |
| Release Date | 15 Jan 2021 |
| Status | Available |
| Hardware & Software | |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 660 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G |
| CPU Cores | 8 Cores |
| OS Version | v11 (upgradeable) |
| Fabrication | 5 nm |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| User Interface | OriginOS 1.0 / Funtouch 11.1 |
| Operating System | Android |
| Display | |
| Notch | Punch-hole |
| Features | Always-on display, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, SGS Eye Care certified |
| Brightness | 1300 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels (FHD+) |
| HDR Support | HDR10+ |
| Screen Size | 6.62 inches (16.81 cm) |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Cameras | |
| OIS | Yes (Optical Image Stabilization) |
| Zoom | 2x Optical Zoom, up to 20x Digital Zoom |
| Flash | Dual-LED dual-tone flash |
| Sensor | Sony IMX598 (1/2.0" primary sensor) |
| Aperture | f/1.8 (wide, OIS) + f/2.5 (50mm portrait/telephoto) + f/2.2 (120˚ ultrawide) |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control, White balance presets |
| Autofocus | Phase Detection autofocus (PDAF) |
| Selfie Camera | |
| OIS | No |
| Sensor | CMOS sensor |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Video FPS | 30 fps |
| Resolution | 16 MP |
| Camera Setup | Single |
| Camera Features | |
| Design | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), glass back, aluminum alloy frame |
| Width | 75.8 mm |
| Colors | Gray, Blue, White, Legend (BMW M Motorsport Edition) |
| Height | 162.2 mm |
| Weight | 209.5 grams |
| IP Rating | Not certified |
| Thickness | 8.7 mm |
| Battery | |
| Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| USB Type-C | USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG |
| Battery Type | Li-Poly (Lithium Polymer) |
| Quick Charging | 120W FlashCharge (100% in 15 min) |
| Reverse Charging | No |
| Wireless Charging | No |
| Memory | |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| USB OTG | Supported |
| RAM Type | Enhanced LPDDR5 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 (Enhanced) |
| Internal Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Network & Connectivity | |
| GPS | Yes with dual-band A-GPS, Glonass, BDS, Galileo, NavIC |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | Mass storage device, USB charging, USB On-The-Go |
| EDGE | Available |
| GPRS | Available |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6), dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE-A, 5G |
| Sensors & Security | |
| Compass | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Light Sensor | Light sensor |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Proximity Sensor | Proximity sensor |
| Finger Sensor Type | Optical |
| Multimedia | |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS |
| Audio Jack | No (USB Type-C audio) |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, Dual Stereo Speakers |
| Audio Features | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res Audio, Dual CS43131 Hi-Fi DACs |
| More | |
| Made By | China |
| Features | 4096mm² Large VC Liquid Cooling, Dual Linear Haptic Motors, Dual Monster Touch Pressure Sensors |
The Vivo iQOO 7 is a performance-driven flagship smartphone designed for mobile gaming enthusiasts and speed seekers. At the heart of the device lies the 5nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G octa-core processor, equipped with a high-performance Cortex-X1 core clocked at 2.84 GHz, triple Cortex-A78 cores, and an Adreno 660 GPU. To sustain maximum clock speeds without aggressive thermal throttling, the phone incorporates a massive 4096mm² vapor chamber liquid cooling system with internal capillary structures that rapidly dissipate heat.
Visuals are handled by a vibrant 6.62-inch AMOLED FHD+ display (1080 x 2400 pixels) with a 120Hz refresh rate, an instantaneous 300Hz touch sampling rate, and a peak brightness of 1300 nits. The screen supports HDR10+ dynamic tone mapping and is safeguarded by durable Corning Gorilla Glass. Elevating the gaming control experience, the display integrates Dual Monster Touch pressure-sensitive left and right zones alongside dual linear vibration motors for tactile haptic feedback.
For photography, the device comes with an AI triple rear camera configuration consisting of a 48 MP primary camera (Sony IMX598 sensor with f/1.8 aperture and 4-axis OIS), a 13 MP 50mm portrait/telephoto lens offering 2x optical zoom, and a 13 MP 120-degree ultrawide sensor with macro capabilities. The system supports 4K recording at 60fps backed by Gyro-EIS stabilization, while a centered punch-hole houses a 16 MP selfie shooter.
One of the standout highlights of the iQOO 7 is its charging capability: powered by a 4000 mAh dual-cell lithium-polymer battery, it utilizes 120W FlashCharge technology that completely recharges the battery from 0% to 100% in roughly 15 minutes. Additional features include dual stereo loudspeakers tuned with dedicated dual CS43131 Hi-Fi DACs, an in-display optical fingerprint scanner, NFC, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.
| Display Type |
| AMOLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Touch Screen | Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch, 300Hz touch sampling rate |
| Pixel Density | 394 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes, with punch-hole display |
| Screen to Body Ratio | 86.6% |
| Video FPS | 30 fps, 60 fps |
| Resolution | 48 MP + 13 MP + 13 MP |
| Camera Setup | Triple |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting, Super Night Mode, Portrait, Pro Mode, Panorama, Slow Motion |
| Camera Features | Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus, Color spectrum sensor, RAW mode |
| Video Recording | 4K at 30/60fps, 1080p at 30/60fps |
| Image Resolution | 8000 x 6000 Pixels |
| HDR, AI Face Beauty, Portrait mode |
| Video Recording | 1080p at 30fps |
| Ruggedness |
| Dual Monster Touch in-display pressure sensors, 4096mm² VC liquid cooling plate |
| Waterproof | No official waterproof rating |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| Network | 5G, 4G LTE, 3G, 2G |
| Infrared | No |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| SIM Slot | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| Bluetooth | v5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| SAR Value | Head: 0.97 W/kg, Body: 0.76 W/kg |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor |
| Yes |
| Finger Sensor Position | On-screen (Under display) |




