Realme 9i vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Realme 9i (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 23/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 9i has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 190g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Realme 9i by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 9i
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 23
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Realme 9i better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 190g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 9i vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 3 points higher (26/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 9i is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme 9i (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme 9i: The Realme 9i is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 9i Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 421228
Geekbench Single 412
Geekbench Multi 1410
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2412 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
DXOMark (camera) 75
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 480 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.4×75.7×8.4 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 190 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme 9i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
23
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme 9i
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Realme 9i
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
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 — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 9i is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Realme 9i (83/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 9i or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Realme 9i by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme 9i and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme 9i has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 9i or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 23/100).

Should you choose the Realme 9i over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Realme 9i is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.