Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo vs Xiaomi 17
The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,805,187).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
Xiaomi 17
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1805187
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 191g vs 194g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1805187 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.0×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo by 47.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (95/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (87/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo and the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo over the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.