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).

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 32 points (85/100 vs 53/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

Performance 57
Display 79
Camera 32
Battery 48
Portability 68
Value for money —

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

Performance 92
Display 90
Camera 87
Battery 80
Portability 29
Value for money 80

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).

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.

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
32
camera

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display

Battery and charging

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) MediaTek Dimensity 7200
53/100
971424 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
85/100 +67.9%
3030376 AnTuTu

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 unknown

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

$999

Detailed 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.