Honor X9c vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Honor X9c (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor X9c leads — 38/100 vs 30/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Honor X9c has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor X9c has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Honor X9c
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 6600 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (40/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Honor X9c vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Honor X9c scores 8 points higher (38/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X9c leads (40/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X9c leads (59/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X9c leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor X9c is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X9c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (59/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X9c significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor X9c | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 736675 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 935 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2719 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2700 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Magic OS 8 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×75.5×8.0 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $280 | — |
Honor X9c
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Honor X9c
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2700
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor X9c
- 6600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor X9c is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor X9c notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (59/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor X9c significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor X9c or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Honor X9c edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor X9c and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Honor X9c has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X9c or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Honor X9c leads on camera score (40/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Honor X9c over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Honor X9c is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.