iQOO launched the Z9 in India in March 2024 through Amazon, sharing most of its hardware with the Vivo T3 sold on Flipkart. It focused on balanced specs for the price: a capable chip, a stabilised main camera and a bright display. Competitors included the Realme Narzo 70 Pro, Redmi Note 13 and Poco X6 Neo.
The 6.67-inch AMOLED display at 120Hz gets very bright outdoors, which reviewers praised. The Dimensity 7200 provided strong performance for the segment, handling popular games at decent settings. IP54 protection against dust and splashes was included. The phone feels light and well built, with a flat frame. Funtouch OS 14 on Android 14 offered gaming features alongside some preinstalled apps.
The 50 MP Sony IMX882 main camera with OIS takes sharp, natural photos and handles low light better than most rivals at the price, while a 2 MP depth sensor rounds out the rear. The 16 MP front camera is adequate. The 5,000 mAh battery with 44W charging easily lasts a day. Compared with the Narzo 70 Pro, it was faster but missed an ultrawide camera.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 19,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | March 2024 |
| Segment | Mid-range |
| Display | 6.67-inch, AMOLED, 120Hz, 1080 x 2400 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP Sony IMX882 main with OIS + 2 MP depth |
| Front camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 44W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP54 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Brushed Green, Graphene Blue |
What we like
- Very bright AMOLED display
- Dimensity 7200 performance
- OIS main camera
- IP54 rating
What could be better
- No ultrawide camera
- 44W charging trails rivals
- Some bloatware
Who should buy it
Amazon shoppers who want balanced performance and a reliable camera under 20,000 rupees.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (March 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.