iQOO Z9
Sony OIS and a bright AMOLED on a sub-$250 gaming-leaning budget phone.
The iQOO Z9 is a budget iQOO smartphone released Apr 2024, with a launch price of $230. It pairs the Dimensity 7200 with a 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz display, a 50 MP · OIS main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 66/100 — The student gamer's value pick. Standout strengths: sony imx882 with ois at $230. and 1,800-nit amoled. Main trade-off: 2 mp bokeh filler instead of ultrawide.
The student gamer's value pick.
Z9 gives the spec-sheet trio a budget buyer screenshots — OIS Sony camera, bright AMOLED, big battery — and keeps the jack and microSD. The Dimensity 7200 holds frame rates where it matters. The filler second lens and IP54 are the price; for the money it lands well.
Read the full review- Sony IMX882 with OIS at $230.
- 1,800-nit AMOLED.
- Headphone jack + microSD survive.
- Dimensity 7200 handles BGMI at high settings.
Full specifications
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How the iQOO Z9 compares
| iQOO Z9 | iPhone 8 Plus | iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 66 | 66 | 66 |
| Chipset | Dimensity 7200 | Apple A11 Bionic | Dimensity 920 |
| Display | 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.38" AMOLED 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP · OIS | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 64 MP · OIS |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 2,691 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $230 | $799 | $230 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the iQOO Z9 released?
The iQOO Z9 was released in Apr 2024.
How much does the iQOO Z9 cost?
The iQOO Z9 launched at $230 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iQOO Z9 screen size and type?
The iQOO Z9 has a 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the iQOO Z9 use?
The iQOO Z9 is powered by the Dimensity 7200 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iQOO Z9 have?
The iQOO Z9 ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iQOO Z9 battery capacity?
The iQOO Z9 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the iQOO Z9 charge?
The iQOO Z9 supports 44 W wired charging.
What is the iQOO Z9 main camera?
The iQOO Z9 has a 50 MP · OIS main camera.
Does the iQOO Z9 have a headphone jack?
The iQOO Z9 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the iQOO Z9 get software updates?
The iQOO Z9 update policy: 2 OS + 3 yr security.
How much does the iQOO Z9 weigh?
The iQOO Z9 weighs 186 g.
What colours does the iQOO Z9 come in?
The iQOO Z9 is available in 2 colours: Graphene Blue, Brushed Green.
Is the iQOO Z9 worth buying?
Z9 gives the spec-sheet trio a budget buyer screenshots — OIS Sony camera, bright AMOLED, big battery — and keeps the jack and microSD. The Dimensity 7200 holds frame rates where it matters. The filler second lens and IP54 are the price; for the money it lands well. SpecEagle gives the iQOO Z9 an editorial score of 66/100.
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