Nothing Phone (2) vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2) leads — 44/100 vs 30/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Nothing Phone (2) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Nothing Phone (2) is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2)
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 38
Design 48
Value for money 69
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Lighter: 188g vs 201g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2) vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Nothing Phone (2) scores 14 points higher (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Nothing Phone (2) are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2): The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2) Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 1436722
Geekbench Single 1500
Geekbench Multi 4200
Display 6.7" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 44W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 201 g 188 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (18/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (54/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Nothing Phone (2) are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (65/100 vs 48/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nothing Phone (2) is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2) and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nothing Phone (2) has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nothing Phone (2) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nothing Phone (2) leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2) over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.