Honor 9 Lite vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 10/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 188g).
Honor 9 Lite
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 149g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 1/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 20 points higher (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 9 Lite leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (27/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 88000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | — | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (27/100 vs 1/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 20 points (30/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Honor 9 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.