Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 30/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 234g).
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 27/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 234g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 19 points higher (49/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (73/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (65/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1681378 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $1199 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (29/100 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 S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (73/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (65/100 vs 7/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on performance (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.