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vivo iQOO 9 phone review — specs and Genze score

vivo iQOO 9 Specifications

Not to be confused with vivo iQOO 9 for China

Vivo

Released 2022, Mar 2

8 / 12 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm)

  • 200g / 202g, 8.6mm thickness
  • Android 12, Funtouch 12
  • 128GB/256GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 8.5
Display 8.1
Performance 8.8
Camera 7.8
Body 6
Gaming 8.5
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 7.6/10

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Quick specifications

6.56"

1080x2376 pixels

48MP

2160p

8/12GB RAM

Snapdragon 888+ 5G

4350mAh

120W

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7.6 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 8.5/10
Display 8.1/10
Camera 7.8/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 8.5/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
5 nm 2.99 GHz BT 5.2 2022

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2022, February 23
Status Available. Released 2022, March 02
Dimensions 159.1 x 75.1 x 8.6 or 8.7 mm
Weight 200 g / 202 g (7.05 oz)
Build Glass front (Panda Glass), aluminum frame, glass back
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? Splash and dust resistant
Type AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak)
Size 6.56 inches, 104.6 cm2 (~87.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2376 pixels (~398 ppi density)
Protection Panda Glass
??? Monster Touch support
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12
Chipset Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x2.99 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Adreno 660
Card slot No
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
??? UFS 3.1
Dual 48 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8??m, PDAF, gimbal OIS

13 MP, f/2.5, 50mm (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom

13 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 120?? (ultrawide)
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Single 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.0??m
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio

Snapdragon Sound
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type 4350 mAh
Charging 120W wired, 50% in 6 min, 100% in 18 min
Colors Legend, Alpha, Phoenix Orange
Price About 510 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 745168 (v8), 852898 (v9)

GeekBench: 3503 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 65fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 749 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -25.5 LUFS (Very good)
Battery (old) Endurance rating 105h

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Frequently asked questions

Is vivo iQOO 9 worth buying in 2026?

vivo iQOO 9 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 7.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is vivo iQOO 9 good for gaming?

vivo iQOO 9 scores 85/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of vivo iQOO 9?

vivo iQOO 9 has a 4,350 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does vivo iQOO 9 have?

vivo iQOO 9 features a 6.56-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does vivo iQOO 9 have?

vivo iQOO 9 is available with 8 / 12 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for vivo iQOO 9?

Genze rates vivo iQOO 9 7.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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