Realme GT7 (China) vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 58/100 vs 30/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT7 (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).

The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 28 points (58/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7 (China)
Performance 60
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 71
Design 46
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 GT7 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (60/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 203g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT7 (China) vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Realme GT7 (China) scores 28 points higher (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (65/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme GT7 (China): The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for active users.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme GT7 (China) Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 2835794
Geekbench Single 2729
Geekbench Multi 8430
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2800 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7200 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 6500 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 203 g 188 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
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 GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (60/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (71/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (65/100 vs 46/100).

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 GT7 (China) or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 28 points (58/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT7 (China) and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT7 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (60/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT7 (China) over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.