Honor 9 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Honor 9 (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 960, 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 9/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3200); the main camera is 20 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Honor 9 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 188g).
Honor 9
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 155g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3200 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 20MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Honor 9 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 21 points higher (30/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 9 leads (82/100 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 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Honor 9 (27/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor 9 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 960 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 366515 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 403 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1147 | — | |
| Display | 5.2" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 147.3×70.9×7.5 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $400 | — |
Honor 9
- Main: 20MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Honor 9
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor 9
- 3200 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 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Honor 9 (27/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor 9 by 21 points (30/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Honor 9 has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 4/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Honor 9 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.