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 — 61/100 vs 30/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).

The Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 31 points (61/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 43
Value for money 75
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Poco F8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 205g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Poco F8 scores 31 points higher (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Poco F8 (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (75/100 vs 55/100).

Poco F8: The Poco F8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco F8 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 2760000
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
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
Price $499
Camera comparison
Poco F8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Poco F8
  • 6.6" OLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • 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 F8
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F8
$499
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (65/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (72/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Poco F8 (65/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (75/100 vs 55/100).

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 31 points (61/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Poco F8 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F8 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F8 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F8 leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco F8 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.