Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A35 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1380, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A35 leads — 31/100 vs 30/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A35 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 209g).
Samsung Galaxy A35
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 209g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A35 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy A35 scores 1 points higher (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (65/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A35 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 745265 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 900 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2800 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×78.0×8.2 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $399 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A35
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A35
- 6.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A35
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (65/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A35 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A35 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A35 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.