Poco F3 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F3 leads — 34/100 vs 30/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.

The Poco F3 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 28
Design 55
Value for money 84
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Poco F3 better?

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 196g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Poco F3 scores 4 points higher (34/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F3 leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F3 is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F3 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 28/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (84/100 vs 55/100).

Poco F3: The Poco F3 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 Poco F3 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 994842
Geekbench Single 1298
Geekbench Multi 3520
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4520 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 11 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 196 g 188 g
Price $370
Camera comparison
Poco F3
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Poco F3
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco F3
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
28
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F3
$370
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco F3 is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco F3 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 28/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (84/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F3 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F3 leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.