Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 53/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 971,424); the Google Pixel 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2577
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 27W
- Lighter: 188g vs 198g
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Google Pixel 9 scores 16 points higher (69/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (73/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 60.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (73/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (75/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.