Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, 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 7/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S9 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 188g).
Samsung Galaxy S9
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 163g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 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)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S9 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 23 points higher (30/100 vs 7/100). 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 S9 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 583956 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 769 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2000 | — | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $720 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 3000 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 S9 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 23 points (30/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 7/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 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 S9 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.