Samsung Galaxy A54 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A54 (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1380, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. Both devices score the same overall rating of 53/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is faster in AnTuTu (971,424 vs 737,262); the Samsung Galaxy A54 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A54
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A54 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2710 vs 2577
- Better camera (47/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 971424 vs 737262
- Better Geekbench Single: 1167 vs 1008
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 202g
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A54 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) received the same MobileRank rating — 53/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A54 leads (47/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A54 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A54 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (47/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A54 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A54 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 737262 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 107 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×76.7×8.2 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A54
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A54
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A54
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A54 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads Samsung Galaxy A54 by 24.1% 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 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A54 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A54 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (47/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A54 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A54 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
Both devices scored 53/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (57/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A54 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A54 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A54 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A54 leads on camera score (47/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A54 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on performance (57/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A54 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Samsung Galaxy A54 (47/100 vs 32/100).