Category Breakdown
Camera
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Main sensor resolution
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iQOO Z9x
Battery capacity (6,000 mAh)
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Wired charging speed
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AnTuTu benchmark
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iQOO Z9x
Screen size (6.72")
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Y29
Total weight (198g)
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Specs-per-dollar (server score)
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| Spec | iQOO Z9x | Y29 |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.72" | 6.68" | |
| 1,080 × 2,408 | 720 × 1,608 | |
| IPS LCD | IPS LCD | |
| 120Hz | 120Hz | |
| 1,000 nits | — | |
Camera | ||
| 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Dual | Single | |
| No | No | |
| Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) | |
| 12 GB | 8 GB | |
| 256 GB | 256 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 6,000 mAh | 5,500 mAh | |
| 44W | 44W | |
| No | No | |
Build | ||
| 199g | 198g | |
| 8mm | 8.1mm | |
| Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | |
| Budget | Budget | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
vivo iQOO Z9x
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
vivo Y29
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
vivo Y29
Highest resolution main camera.