Nubia Neo 2 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Nubia Neo 2 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T820, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 2 leads — 33/100 vs 30/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 2 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Nubia Neo 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 208g).

The Nubia Neo 2 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 48
Design 40
Value for money 95
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Neo 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 188g vs 208g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Neo 2 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Nubia Neo 2 scores 3 points higher (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 2 leads (95/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 27/100. In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 55/100).

Nubia Neo 2: The Nubia Neo 2 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 Nubia Neo 2 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Unisoc T820 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 757199
Geekbench Single 885
Geekbench Multi 2392
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 166.0×76.1×8.5 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 208 g 188 g
Price $221
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 2
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 2
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Neo 2
$221
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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 27/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (65/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 2 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nubia Neo 2 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nubia Neo 2 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Should you choose the Nubia Neo 2 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Nubia Neo 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.