Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, 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 6/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S8+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is noticeably lighter (173g vs 188g).
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 173g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 24 points higher (30/100 vs 6/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 0/100). 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 S8+ (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy S8+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8+ | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 437463 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 173 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $840 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 3500 mAh
- 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, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (83/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy S8+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 24 points (30/100 vs 6/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8+ over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.