Realme X3 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Realme X3 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme X3 leads — 33/100 vs 30/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is thinner (7.8mm vs 8.9mm).

The Realme X3 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme X3
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 19
Design 47
Value for money 79
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Realme X3 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (45/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 30W
  • Lighter: 188g vs 202g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme X3 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Realme X3 scores 3 points higher (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme X3 leads (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme X3 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme X3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme X3 (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme X3 (65/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme X3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Realme X3: The Realme X3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme X3 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 859084
Geekbench Single 1031
Geekbench Multi 2864
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4200 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W 44W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10, Realme UI Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.8×75.8×8.9 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 202 g 188 g
Price $450
Camera comparison
Realme X3
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 16MP
45
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Realme X3
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • 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 X3
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme X3
$450
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme X3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (45/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme X3 (42/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme X3 (65/100 vs 47/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme X3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme X3 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme X3 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme X3 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme X3 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme X3 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Realme X3 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Realme X3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.