Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 30/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 54 points (84/100 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 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 54 points higher (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (90/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (83/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (65/100 vs 26/100). 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.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3654776
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 44W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 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
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 188 g 219 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (90/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (83/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (65/100 vs 26/100).

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 Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 54 points (84/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.