Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) vs Vivo X Fold6
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 58/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,027,925); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 30 points higher (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (95/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (82/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (100/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1027925 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.9×8.0 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 70.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (95/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (82/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (100/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 30 points (88/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.