vivo iQOO Z9 Lite vs Xperia 10 VI: Which One Should You Buy?
Xperia 10 VI edges ahead with a BeastScore of 78.9/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
Xperia 10 VI
Xperia 10 VI wins 3 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedXperia 10 VI7080
- CameraXperia 10 VI8085
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryTie8686
- Displayvivo iQOO Z9 Lite8462
- ConnectivityTie6565
- SecurityXperia 10 VI34100
- Valuevivo iQOO Z9 Lite8580
- Xperia 10 VI charges faster30W vs 15W
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has the bigger screen6.56" vs 6.1"
- Xperia 10 VI is lighter164 g vs 185 g
- vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.3
- Xperia 10 VI has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
- Xperia 10 VI has the faster chipSnapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Dimensity 6300
- Xperia 10 VI is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP64
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xperia 10 VI wins — BeastScore 78.9/100
The Xperia 10 VI is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (30W vs 15W) and lighter body (164 g vs 185 g). The vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its smoother screen (120 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
Faster wired charging: 30W vs 15W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Common questions
Which is better: vivo iQOO Z9 Lite or Xperia 10 VI?
The Xperia 10 VI is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (30W vs 15W) and lighter body (164 g vs 185 g). The vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its smoother screen (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). BeastScore: vivo iQOO Z9 Lite 79.3/100, Xperia 10 VI 78.9/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between vivo iQOO Z9 Lite and Xperia 10 VI?
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite has a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xperia 10 VI has a 6.1-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do vivo iQOO Z9 Lite and Xperia 10 VI compare for speed?
vivo iQOO Z9 Lite scores 70/100 for performance; Xperia 10 VI scores 80/100.
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