Honor X9c 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9
Compare Honor X9c 5G vs vivo iQOO Neo 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 6600mAh vs 5160mAh battery, $329 vs $699…
Honor
Honor X9c 5G
$329
3categories won
vivo
iQOO Neo 9
$699
6categories won
4 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor X9c 5G takes the overall win
The Honor X9c 5G claims the overall win over the vivo iQOO Neo 9, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor X9c 5G takes the lead, while the iQOO Neo 9 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Honor X9c 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iQOO Neo 9 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Honor X9c 5G wins on endurance with 6,600 mAh and 66W fast charging.
iQOO Neo 9 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Honor X9c 5G wins photography with 108MP main imaging.
Honor X9c 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $329 vs $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Honor X9c 5G vs iQOO Neo 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2700 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 437 ppi | 453 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 4000 nitsWinner | 1400 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 585,000 | 1,620,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2780 | 5440Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | — |
Camera
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 108 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 2 | — |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,600 mAhWinner | 5,160 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 g | 190 g |
| Thickness | 7.98 mm | 8 mm |
| Water resistance | IP65M (360-degree water resistance) | IP54 |
| Build | Anti-drop curved body, circular halo camera deco, Anti-Drop Ultra-Bounce Glass | — |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | — |
| Security updates | 4 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $329Winner | $699 |
Honor X9c 5G
Dubbed the 'Ultra-Tough' champion, the Honor X9c 5G is engineered with a revolutionary 3-layer anti-drop matrix certified to survive 2-meter impacts onto marble, 360-degree IP65M water resistance, extreme temperature resistance (-30°C to 55°C), and a colossal 6,600mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 108MP
- Battery
- 6,600mAh
vivo iQOO Neo 9
iQOO Neo 9 brings flagship Sony IMX920 camera sensor from the X100, 144Hz LTPO AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 silicon, and 120W charging into an aggressively priced powerhouse.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Battery
- 5,160mAh
- Software
- 14