Poco F8 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 74/100 vs 53/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 971,424); the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Poco F8 scores 21 points higher (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 221.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (86/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 21 points (74/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco F8 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco F8 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco F8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.