Samsung Galaxy A14 4G vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Samsung Galaxy A14 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G80, 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 20/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.1mm).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A14 4G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 48
Value for money 99
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A14 4G better?

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (99/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 188g vs 201g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 10 points higher (30/100 vs 20/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G leads (99/100 vs 55/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy A14 4G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (28/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (99/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A14 4G: The Samsung Galaxy A14 4G 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 Samsung Galaxy A14 4G Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Helio G80 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 320145
Geekbench Single 406
Geekbench Multi 1456
Display 6.6" PLS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, One UI Core 5 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 167.7×78.0×9.1 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 201 g 188 g
Price $160
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A14 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A14 4G
  • 6.6" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A14 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A14 4G
$160
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
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 Samsung Galaxy A14 4G (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (28/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G (65/100 vs 48/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (99/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 4G has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A14 4G over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.