Nokia 8.1 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, 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 8/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 8.1 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 22 points (30/100 vs 8/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 79
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 22 points higher (30/100 vs 8/100). 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 Nokia 8.1 leads (79/100 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 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (27/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia 8.1: The Nokia 8.1 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 8.1 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 417439
Geekbench Single 431
Geekbench Multi 1320
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2246x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 9 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 180 g 188 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
4
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2246x1080
  • 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 8.1
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8.1
$449
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 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (27/100 vs 4/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (42/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 22 points (30/100 vs 8/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 4/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.