Poco F4 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Poco F4 (2022) 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 F4 leads — 37/100 vs 30/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F4 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Poco F4 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F4
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 35
Design 56
Value for money 86
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Poco F4 better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (41/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 188g vs 195g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F4 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Poco F4 scores 7 points higher (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F4 leads (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F4 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F4 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 F4 is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F4 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (86/100 vs 55/100).

Poco F4: The Poco F4 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 F4 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 970273
Geekbench Single 1298
Geekbench Multi 3520
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 67W 44W
Main camera 64 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 12 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53 IP54
Dimensions 163.2×76.0×7.7 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 195 g 188 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Poco F4
  • Main: 64MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
41
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Poco F4
  • 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 F4
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F4
$350
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco F4 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 F4 is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco F4 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F4 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F4 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco F4 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F4 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco F4 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F4 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco F4 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F4 leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco F4 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.