Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870, 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 10/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 188g).
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 162g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 5/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 20 points higher (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 leads (82/100 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 A6 2018 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (27/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7870 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 192269 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 172 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 492 | — | |
| Display | 5.6" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1480x720 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 160.2×75.7×7.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $400 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- Main: 16MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- 5.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1480x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (27/100 vs 5/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 by 20 points (30/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 5/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.