Samsung Galaxy S9+ vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11

The Samsung Galaxy S9+ (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $840 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads — 76/100 vs 36/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is faster in AnTuTu (3,154,662 vs 583,956); the Samsung Galaxy S9+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 210g).

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ by 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9+
Performance 44
Display 66
Camera 15
Battery 19
Portability 60
Value for money 0
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 35
Battery 92
Portability 49
Value for money 90
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9+ better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 210g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3154662 vs 583956
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 769
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2000
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $840

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 15/100)
  • Longer battery life (92/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S9+ vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 scores 40 points higher (76/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (35/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S9+ — 0/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (35/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100).

Samsung Galaxy S9+: The Samsung Galaxy S9+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11: The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S9+ Vivo iQOO Neo 11
Processor Samsung Exynos 9810 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 583956 3154662
Geekbench Single 769 3041
Geekbench Multi 2000 9494
Display 6.2" Super AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2960x1440 1440x3168
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3500 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 15W 120W
Wireless charging 10W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 8.0 Android 16
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm
Weight 189 g 210 g
Launch price $840 $400
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9+
  • Main: 12MP f/1.5
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
15
camera
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9+
  • 6.2" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2960x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
66
display
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S9+
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 10W
19
battery
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless charging: no data
92
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S9+ and Vivo iQOO Neo 11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S9+ Samsung Exynos 9810
36/100
583956 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100 +81.5%
3154662 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads Samsung Galaxy S9+ by 81.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S9+
$840
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
$400

Launch price difference: $440. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 was $440 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (92/100 vs 44/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (99/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (35/100 vs 15/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ (92/100 vs 19/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9+ or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9+ by 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9+ and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?

The Samsung Galaxy S9+ has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 76/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9+ or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 15/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S9+ or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9+ over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?

The Samsung Galaxy S9+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.