Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs Xiaomi 13T

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Xiaomi 13T (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 13T leads — 44/100 vs 30/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 13T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Xiaomi 13T is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 13T
Performance 9
Display 100
Camera 60
Battery 48
Design 53
Value for money 79
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 197g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (9/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (60/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs the Xiaomi 13T, the Xiaomi 13T scores 14 points higher (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T leads (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13T leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 13T: The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) Xiaomi 13T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra
AnTuTu 1174898
Geekbench Single 1050
Geekbench Multi 3700
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2712x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W 67W
DXOMark (camera) 123
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm 162.2×75.7×8.5 mm
Weight 188 g 197 g
Price $450
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Xiaomi 13T
  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
60
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 13T
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Xiaomi 13T
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Xiaomi 13T
$450
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (60/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 53/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Xiaomi 13T is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Xiaomi 13T?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 13T — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Xiaomi 13T leads on camera score (60/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Xiaomi 13T leads on performance (9/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) over the Xiaomi 13T?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.