Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs Vivo Z3i

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo Z3i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 9/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3315); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Vivo Z3i is noticeably lighter (164g vs 188g).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i by 21 points (30/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
Vivo Z3i
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 8
Battery 0
Design 95
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3315 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 8/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo Z3i better?
  • Lighter: 164g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (95/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs the Vivo Z3i, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 21 points higher (30/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 8/100). 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 Vivo Z3i (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Vivo Z3i (27/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Z3i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 65/100). 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 Z3i: The Vivo Z3i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) Vivo Z3i
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 MediaTek Helio P60
AnTuTu 232802
Geekbench Single 341
Geekbench Multi 779
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2280
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 3315 mAh
Charging 44W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 16 MP
Front camera 16 MP 24 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm 156.0×75.6×8.1 mm
Weight 188 g 164 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo Z3i
  • Main: 16MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 24MP
8
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Z3i
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Vivo Z3i
  • 3315 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Vivo Z3i (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Vivo Z3i (27/100 vs 8/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (42/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Z3i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 65/100).

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 Z3i?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i by 21 points (30/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Vivo Z3i?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo Z3i — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Vivo Z3i?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 8/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) over the Vivo Z3i?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Z3i is a better fit for everyday use.