Realme Narzo 90X vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Realme Narzo 90X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 53/100 vs 46/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Narzo 90X has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is faster in AnTuTu (971,424 vs 528,398); the Realme Narzo 90X has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 90X
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Realme Narzo 90X better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 971424 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1167 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2577 vs 1980
- Lighter: 188g vs 212g
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 90X vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 7 points higher (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (57/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 90X leads (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (79/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Realme Narzo 90X are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 90X notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90X (68/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 90X | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $139 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 90X
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 90X
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 90X
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 90X and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads Realme Narzo 90X by 45.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (79/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Realme Narzo 90X are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 90X notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (63/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90X (68/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 90X or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Realme Narzo 90X by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 90X and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme Narzo 90X has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 90X or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on performance (57/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 90X over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (68/100 vs 49/100).