Realme C71 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C71 leads — 33/100 vs 30/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C71 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme C71 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Realme C71
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 196g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C71 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Realme C71 scores 3 points higher (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 leads (100/100 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 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Realme C71 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C71 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 310000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 725 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $146 | — |
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
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 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Realme C71 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme C71 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Realme C71 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme C71 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.