Samsung Galaxy M14 5G vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, 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 26/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 4 points higher (30/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads (98/100 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 M14 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M14 5G | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.8×77.2×9.4 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $179 | — |
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6000 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 M14 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (65/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.