vivo iQOO Z9 Lite vs vivo Y18t: Which One Should You Buy?
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
vivo Y18t
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite wins 1 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie7070
- CameraTie8080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryTie8686
- DisplayTie8484
- Connectivityvivo iQOO Z9 Lite6555
- SecurityTie3434
- ValueTie8585
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.2
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has more RAM6 GB vs 4 GB
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has the faster chipDimensity 6300 vs Unisoc T612
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is better protected from water and dustIP64 vs IP54
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄vivo iQOO Z9 Lite wins — BeastScore 79.3/100
The vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is the better pick for most people thanks to its newer Bluetooth (5.4 vs 5.2) and more RAM (6 GB vs 4 GB).
More RAM: 6 GB vs 4 GB
Reliable all-round performance.
Common questions
Which is better: vivo iQOO Z9 Lite or vivo Y18t?
The vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is the better pick for most people thanks to its newer Bluetooth (5.4 vs 5.2) and more RAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). BeastScore: vivo iQOO Z9 Lite 79.3/100, vivo Y18t 79.3/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between vivo iQOO Z9 Lite and vivo Y18t?
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. vivo Y18t has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do vivo iQOO Z9 Lite and vivo Y18t compare for speed?
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite scores 70/100 for performance; vivo Y18t scores 70/100.
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