Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leads — 32/100 vs 30/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 208g).
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (5/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 208g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra scores 2 points higher (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leads (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is a bit better (5/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (42/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 918508 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3088x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×77.2×8.1 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is a bit better (5/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (45/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (42/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (65/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 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 Note 20 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leads on camera score (45/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leads on performance (5/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.