Poco M7 Plus 5G vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Poco M7 Plus 5G (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M7 Plus 5G leads — 36/100 vs 30/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M7 Plus 5G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 217g).

The Poco M7 Plus 5G edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M7 Plus 5G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 53
Design 28
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Poco M7 Plus 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 188g vs 217g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 28/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M7 Plus 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Poco M7 Plus 5G scores 6 points higher (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G leads (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G leads (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G 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 Poco M7 Plus 5G is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Poco M7 Plus 5G (65/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Poco M7 Plus 5G: The Poco M7 Plus 5G 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 M7 Plus 5G Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 622608
Geekbench Single 938
Geekbench Multi 2183
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2460x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 217 g 188 g
Price $168
Camera comparison
Poco M7 Plus 5G
  • Main: 108MP f/1.75
  • Front: 13MP
37
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Poco M7 Plus 5G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • 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 M7 Plus 5G
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M7 Plus 5G
$168
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 Poco M7 Plus 5G is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Poco M7 Plus 5G (65/100 vs 28/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M7 Plus 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco M7 Plus 5G edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco M7 Plus 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco M7 Plus 5G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M7 Plus 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco M7 Plus 5G leads on camera score (37/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Poco M7 Plus 5G over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco M7 Plus 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.