Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) leads — 35/100 vs 33/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 194g).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Performance 5
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 60
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 175g vs 194g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (5/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) scores 2 points higher (35/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) leads (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (5/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
AnTuTu 1025251
Geekbench Single 1131
Geekbench Multi 2967
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4600 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 66W 80W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 4500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm 163.7×75.9×8.0 mm
Weight 175 g 194 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (5/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (60/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (81/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) leads on performance (5/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.