Apple iPhone 17e vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 31/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 194g).
Apple iPhone 17e
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Lighter: 163g vs 194g
- Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (34/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 4/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Apple iPhone 17e scores 7 points higher (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (39/100 vs 4/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (39/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2085000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3610 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $599 | — |
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (59/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (39/100 vs 4/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (96/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.