Realme C2 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Realme C2 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 8/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme C2 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 188g).
Realme C2
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 166g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Realme C2 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 22 points higher (30/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme C2 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C2 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme C2 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 156818 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1560 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 Lite | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 154.3×73.7×8.5 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Realme C2
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme C2
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C2
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme C2 (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (42/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C2 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (92/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme C2 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme C2 by 22 points (30/100 vs 8/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C2 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme C2 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C2 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C2 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme C2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.