Huawei nova 9 SE vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Huawei nova 9 SE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 27/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the Huawei nova 9 SE has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 191g).
Huawei nova 9 SE
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 175g vs 191g
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 9 SE vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 6 points higher (33/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 SE leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 9 SE (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 9 SE and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova 9 SE (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 SE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 9 SE | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 421228 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1410 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.6×7.9 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $369 | — |
Huawei nova 9 SE
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Huawei nova 9 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 9 SE
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 9 SE (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 9 SE and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova 9 SE (81/100 vs 61/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 SE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 9 SE or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Huawei nova 9 SE by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 9 SE and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Huawei nova 9 SE has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Should you choose the Huawei nova 9 SE over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Huawei nova 9 SE is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.