Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, 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 9/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S10 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 188g).
Samsung Galaxy S10
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 157g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 2/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 21 points higher (30/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 2/100). 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 S10 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (42/100 vs 2/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 745471 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2322 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $899 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
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 S10 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (27/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (42/100 vs 2/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 21 points (30/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.