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 — 65/100 vs 53/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is faster in AnTuTu (1,420,808 vs 971,424); the Realme GT2 Explorer Master has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Realme GT2 Explorer Master better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1420808 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 2577
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Realme GT2 Explorer Master scores 12 points higher (65/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT2 Explorer Master | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 2577 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT2 Explorer Master and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 46.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (71/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (52/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100).
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 12 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 65/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
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 (52/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master leads on performance (71/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT2 Explorer Master over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users.