vivo iQOO Z11 vs vivo iQOO Z9 5G
Compare vivo iQOO Z11 vs vivo iQOO Z9 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 vs MediaTek Dimensity 7200, 9020mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $450 vs $699. Full…

vivo
iQOO Z11
$450
8categories won

vivo
vivo iQOO Z9 5G
$699
2categories won
1 categories tied · 11 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo iQOO Z11 takes the overall win
The vivo iQOO Z11 claims the overall win over the vivo iQOO Z9 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the iQOO Z11 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the iQOO Z11. Choose the iQOO Z11 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the vivo iQOO Z9 5G if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
iQOO Z11 wins on endurance with 9,020 mAh and 90W fast charging.
iQOO Z11 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 and 12GB RAM.
iQOO Z11 wins photography with 50MP main imaging.
iQOO Z11 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $450 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.
iQOO Z11 vs vivo iQOO Z9 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | iQOO Z11 | vivo iQOO Z9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.83" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2800Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 450 ppiWinner | 395 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 144 HzWinner | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 5000 nitsWinner | 1800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | iQOO Z11 | vivo iQOO Z9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | — | 730,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 3091 | 3200 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | — |
Camera
| Specification | iQOO Z11 | vivo iQOO Z9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 2 | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | iQOO Z11 | vivo iQOO Z9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 9,020 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 44 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | iQOO Z11 | vivo iQOO Z9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 213 g | 188 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 7.8 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68/IP69 | IP54 |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | iQOO Z11 | vivo iQOO Z9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 | 14, Funtouch 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | — |
| Security updates | 5 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | iQOO Z11 | vivo iQOO Z9 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $450Winner | $699 |
vivo iQOO Z11
The vivo iQOO Z11 is a $450 mid-range smartphone defined by its gargantuan 9020 mAh battery and premium IP69 durability. Featuring a crisp 144Hz AMOLED display and a capable Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, it suits power users and gamers who prioritize multi-day endurance over camera versatility or premium materials.
- Display
- 6.83"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 9,020mAh
vivo iQOO Z9 5G
iQOO Z9 5G reigns as a budget performance champion thanks to MediaTek's 4nm Dimensity 7200 processor, a 1800-nit 120Hz AMOLED panel, and a Sony IMX882 50MP sensor with optical stabilization.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7200
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 14, Funtouch 14