Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads — 46/100 vs 30/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 47
Battery 56
Design 56
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 GT2 Explorer Master better?
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (47/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 195g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Realme GT2 Explorer Master scores 16 points higher (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads (47/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (47/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme GT2 Explorer Master: The Realme GT2 Explorer Master 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 GT2 Explorer Master Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 1425446
Geekbench Single 1761
Geekbench Multi 4688
Display 6.7" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.3×74.3×8.2 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 195 g 188 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
47
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (47/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).

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 GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Realme GT2 Explorer Master and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads on camera score (47/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT2 Explorer Master over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.