Apple iPhone 16 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 44/100 vs 30/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 188g).
Apple iPhone 16
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 170g vs 188g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 7/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Apple iPhone 16 scores 14 points higher (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (42/100 vs 7/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1650000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (46/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (78/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (42/100 vs 7/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (87/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (46/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.