Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs Xiaomi 15

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 73/100 vs 30/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 has the bigger battery (5240 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 43 points (73/100 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
Xiaomi 15
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 68
Design 61
Value for money 66
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 191g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5240 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (66/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 43 points higher (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 15: The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) Xiaomi 15
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2923262
Geekbench Single 3092
Geekbench Multi 9147
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2670x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5240 mAh
Charging 44W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 147
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 15 / HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits 3200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm
Weight 188 g 191 g
Price $635
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Xiaomi 15
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 15
  • 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2670x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Xiaomi 15
  • 5240 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
68
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Xiaomi 15
$635
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (78/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (68/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 61/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 15?

The Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 43 points (73/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Xiaomi 15?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 15?

The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 15?

The Xiaomi 15 leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) over the Xiaomi 15?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for active users.