Realme C33 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Realme C33 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, 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 11/100 (a 19-point difference).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Realme C33 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C33
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 66
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Realme C33 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C33 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 19 points higher (30/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). 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 C33 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme C33 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C33 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme C33: The Realme C33 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C33 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Unisoc Tiger T612 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 200000
Geekbench Single 360
Geekbench Multi 1250
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Realme UI S Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 1800 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.2×75.7×8.3 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 187 g 188 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme C33
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Realme C33
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme C33
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
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 C33 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme C33 (27/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme C33 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100).

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 C33 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Realme C33 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Realme C33 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme C33 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C33 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 C33 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme C33 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.