Samsung Galaxy M35 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy M35 (2024) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M35 leads — 32/100 vs 30/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M35 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M35 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 222g).
Samsung Galaxy M35
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (29/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 222g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 22/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M35 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy M35 scores 2 points higher (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M35 leads (93/100 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 M35 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M35 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 (65/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M35 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M35 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 768212 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×78.6×9.1 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 222 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $249 | — |
Samsung Galaxy M35
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M35
- 6.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M35
- 6000 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 M35 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (29/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M35 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M35 (65/100 vs 22/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M35 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M35 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy M35 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M35 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy M35 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M35 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy M35 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.