Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 7/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 201g).
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Overall rating 7/100
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 175g vs 201g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 26 points higher (33/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (37/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 9 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 583956 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 769 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2000 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×76.4×8.8 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $1000 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (37/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (37/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (81/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 26 points (33/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has a MobileRank rating of 7/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 4/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.