Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs Vivo X Fold3

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo X Fold3 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold3 leads — 54/100 vs 30/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold3 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X Fold3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).

The Vivo X Fold3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 24 points (54/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
Vivo X Fold3
Performance 30
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 58
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold3 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (74/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (58/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs the Vivo X Fold3, the Vivo X Fold3 scores 24 points higher (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold3 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 leads (74/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 leads (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (74/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (65/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo X Fold3: The Vivo X Fold3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) Vivo X Fold3
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 1754213
Geekbench Single 2004
Geekbench Multi 5311
Display 6.7" AMOLED 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2200x2480
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 44W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits 4500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm 160.0×142.7×4.7 mm
Weight 188 g 219 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo X Fold3
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
74
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X Fold3
  • 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2200x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Vivo X Fold3
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (30/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (74/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (58/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (65/100 vs 26/100).

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 Z9 (India) or the Vivo X Fold3?

The Vivo X Fold3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 24 points (54/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Vivo X Fold3?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X Fold3 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Vivo X Fold3?

The Vivo X Fold3 leads on camera score (74/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Vivo X Fold3?

The Vivo X Fold3 leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) over the Vivo X Fold3?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X Fold3 is a better fit for everyday use.