Nokia 3 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, 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 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 188g).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 21 points (30/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 99
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia 3 better?
  • Lighter: 140g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (99/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2630 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 3 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 leads (99/100 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 Nokia 3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Nokia 3 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (99/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia 3: The Nokia 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 3 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek MT6737 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 40000
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1200
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x720 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2630 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 5W 44W
Main camera 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB 8GB
Storage 16GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 7.0 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 140 g 188 g
Price $159
Camera comparison
Nokia 3
  • Main: 8MP f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 3
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1280x720
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 3
  • 2630 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 3
$159
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Nokia 3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Nokia 3 (27/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (42/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (99/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 21 points (30/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nokia 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.