Tecno Pova 6 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 6 leads — 36/100 vs 30/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 6 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Pova 6 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).

The Tecno Pova 6 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 6
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 58
Design 42
Value for money 96
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova 6 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (35/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (58/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 206g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova 6 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Tecno Pova 6 scores 6 points higher (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova 6: The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova 6 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 70W 44W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, HIOS 14 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53 IP54
Dimensions 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 206 g 188 g
Price $200
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 6
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 8MP
35
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 6
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 6
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova 6
$200
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (58/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (65/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Tecno Pova 6 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 6 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Tecno Pova 6 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Tecno Pova 6 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova 6 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.