Realme U1 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Realme U1 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 8/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme U1 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 188g).
Realme U1
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 168g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Realme U1 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 22 points higher (30/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme U1 (27/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Realme U1 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme U1 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P70 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 303398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo); ColorOS 5.2 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×74.0×8.0 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Realme U1
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 25MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme U1
- 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme U1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme U1 (27/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme U1 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (90/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme U1 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Realme U1 by 22 points (30/100 vs 8/100).
What is the rating of the Realme U1 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme U1 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme U1 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 6/100).
Should you choose the Realme U1 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme U1 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.