OPPO A6 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The OPPO A6 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO A6 leads — 33/100 vs 30/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO A6 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the OPPO A6 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The OPPO A6 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO A6
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 56
Design 31
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes OPPO A6 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W

  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OPPO A6 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the OPPO A6 scores 3 points higher (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the OPPO A6 leads (98/100 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, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the OPPO A6 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the OPPO A6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).

OPPO A6: The OPPO A6 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 OPPO A6 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Snapdragon 685 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 467392
Geekbench Single 466
Geekbench Multi 1396
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1570x720 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 / ColorOS 15 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1125 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 166.6×78.5×8.6 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 215 g 188 g
Price $169
Camera comparison
OPPO A6
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
OPPO A6
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1570x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OPPO A6
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OPPO A6
$169
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, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the OPPO A6 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (65/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OPPO A6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO A6 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The OPPO A6 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 OPPO A6 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The OPPO A6 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Should you choose the OPPO A6 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The OPPO A6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.