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| Basic Information | |
| Release Date | 29 Apr 2024 |
| Status | Available |
| Hardware & Software | |
| CPU | Octa core (2.2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A78 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| CPU Cores | 8 Cores |
| OS Version | v14 (upgradeable) |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| User Interface | Funtouch OS 14 |
| Operating System | Android |
| Display | |
| Notch | Punch-hole |
| Features | 16M colors, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification, Global DC dimming |
| Brightness | 1000 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2408 pixels (FHD+) |
| HDR Support | No |
| Screen Size | 6.72 inches (17.07 cm) |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Touch Screen | Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch, 240Hz touch sampling rate |
| Pixel Density | 393 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Gorilla Glass |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes, with punch-hole display |
| Screen to Body Ratio | 86.58% |
| Cameras | |
| OIS | No (Gyro-EIS supported) |
| Zoom | Digital Zoom up to 10x |
| Flash | LED Flash |
| Sensor | CMOS Sensor (1/1.95" primary sensor) |
| Aperture | f/1.8 (wide) + f/2.4 (depth) |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control, White balance presets |
| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus (PDAF) |
| Video FPS | 30 fps |
| Resolution | 50 MP + 2 MP |
| Camera Setup | Dual |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR), Super Night Mode, Portrait, Pro Mode, Panorama, Slow Motion, Time-lapse |
| Camera Features | Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus, Super Night Mode, Portrait Bokeh |
| Video Recording | 3840x2160 (4K) at 30fps, 1920x1080 at 30fps |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels |
| Selfie Camera | |
| OIS | No |
| Sensor | CMOS sensor |
| Aperture | f/2.05 (wide) |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Video FPS | 30 fps |
| Resolution | 8 MP |
| Camera Setup | Single |
| Camera Features | HDR, Face detection, Portrait mode, Face Beauty |
| Video Recording | 1920x1080 at 30fps |
| Design | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic frame, composite plastic back |
| Width | 76.0 mm |
| Colors | Tornado Green, Storm Grey (Black), Light Green, White |
| Height | 165.7 mm |
| Weight | 199 grams |
| IP Rating | IP64 |
| Thickness | 8.0 mm |
| Ruggedness | Dust and splash resistant, drop-resistant reinforced chassis |
| Waterproof | Splash proof |
| Battery | |
| Capacity | 6000 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| USB Type-C | USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
| Quick Charging | 44W FlashCharge (50% in ~33 minutes) |
| Reverse Charging | Yes (Reverse wired charging) |
| Wireless Charging | No |
| Memory | |
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB |
| USB OTG | Yes |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
| Internal Storage | 128 GB |
| Network & Connectivity | |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass, BDS, Galileo, QZSS |
| NFC | No |
| USB | Mass storage device, USB charging, USB On-The-Go |
| EDGE | Available |
| GPRS | Available |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| Network | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G |
| Infrared | No |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano / microSD |
| SIM Slot | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Bluetooth | v5.1, A2DP, LE |
| SAR Value | Compliant with international limits |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Yes |
| Sensors & Security | |
| Compass | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Light Sensor | Light sensor |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Proximity Sensor | Proximity sensor |
| Finger Sensor Type | Capacitive |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Finger Sensor Position | Side-mounted (Power button) |
| Multimedia | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps; gyro-EIS |
| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, Dual Stereo Speakers |
| Audio Features | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res Audio certification, 300% Audio Booster |
| More | |
| Made By | China |
| Features | 6000mAh Ultra-thin Battery, 300% Audio Booster, IP64 Splash Resistance, 3.5mm Audio Jack |
The Vivo iQOO Z9x is built specifically for users prioritizing exceptional battery endurance, reliable 5G multitasking, and fluid media consumption at an accessible budget. Driving the device is the power-efficient 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 octa-core processor, incorporating four high-performance ARM Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.2 GHz and four energy-saving Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz, coupled with the Adreno 710 graphics engine. The hardware achieves over 500,000 points on AnTuTu benchmarks. With up to 8GB of RAM (supplemented by virtual Extended RAM) and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage expandable up to 1TB via microSD, it ensures smooth day-to-day operation, video streaming, and sustained gameplay.
Visuals are showcased on a spacious 6.72-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display (1080 x 2408 pixels) with a 20:9 aspect ratio, 393 ppi pixel density, and an 86.58% screen-to-body ratio. The display delivers an ultra-smooth 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a peak brightness of up to 1000 nits, ensuring legible viewing even in bright outdoor lighting. Protected by scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass, the screen includes hardware-level DC dimming and TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification for eye comfort during long usage.
For photography, the device is equipped with an AI dual rear camera configuration headlined by a 50 MP primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF), paired with a 2 MP depth sensor for portrait shots. The camera supports 4K video recording at 30fps and 1080p footage with gyro-EIS stabilization, along with Super Night Mode algorithms. Selfies and video calls are handled by an 8 MP punch-hole front camera.
The defining highlight of the iQOO Z9x is its battery: it packs a massive 6000 mAh lithium-ion battery while maintaining an impressively slim 8.0mm profile and weighing under 200 grams. It is supported by 44W FlashCharge fast charging to quickly replenish battery reserves, as well as reverse wired charging to power accessories. Further practical highlights include dual stereo loudspeakers with a 300% volume booster, a dedicated 3.5mm audio jack with Hi-Res Audio certification, a swift side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and IP64 dust and splash resistance.
