Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 53/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 971,424); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 225g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 32 points higher (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (68/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 971424 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1167 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2577 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 67.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (92/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (68/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 32 points (85/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.