Realme P1: April 15, 2024
SPECS TABLE
| Realme P1 | iQOO Z9 | |
| Price | $192 | $240 |
| Display | 6.67-inch AMOLED screen | 6.67-inch AMOLED screen |
| Refresh rate | 1 – 120Hz adaptive | 1 – 120Hz adaptive |
| Rear cameras | 50MP wide (f/1.8), 2MP depth (f/2.2). | 50MP wide (f/1.8), 2MP depth (f/2.4). |
| Front camera | 16MP (f/2.5) | 16MP (f/2.5) |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7050 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 |
| RAM | 6GB, 8GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256B | 128GB, 256GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 44W wired |
| Water/dust resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| Size | 163 x 75.5 x 8 mm (6.42 x 2.97 x 0.31 in) | 163.2 x 75.8 x 7.8 mm (6.43 x 2.98 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 188g (6.63 ounces) | 188g (6.63 ounces) |
| Colours | Phoenix Red, Peacock Green | Brushed Green, Graphene Blue |
| Review | Check Impressions | Check Impressions |
The new P-series from Realme is really packing a punch in terms of design, performance, and affordability. Also, the Z-series from iQOO is also doing the same as the Z9 entry is not only an impressive device in terms of design but also performance. So how does the Realme P1 stack up when compared with the iQOO Z9, and which of these devices is the better pick for you? Let’s find out.
Realme P1 vs iQOO Z9: Price
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Realme P1 vs iQOO Z9: Design and colours
Realme P1:
This new device follows the design language of the Realme 12 series with their circular camera cutout. On the cutout there sits five cutouts: two hold the cameras, one holds the flash, and the remaining two hold nothing at all. The Realme P1 also comes with a flat screen as well as flat edges around the device. Available colours in this series are Phoenix Red and Peacock Green, both of which feature a brushed finish that’s impressive to look at.
iQOO Z9:
Just like the competition, this device from iQOO comes with a very simple design. Its camera cutout sits towards the top left side of the device’s rear, and it houses two cameras and a flash. All control buttons on this device sit on the right side of the flat side frame, at the base sits the USB-C port, SIM tray, microphone, and speakers. Available colour options on this device are Brushed Green and Graphene Blue.
Major differences:
- Different rear design and camera cutouts.
Realme P1 vs iQOO Z9: Display
Realme P1 and iQOO Z9:
Both of these devices launched with a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen that supports 120Hz refresh rate. The screen on the Realme P1 offers up to 1200 nits peak brightness, while that on the iQOO Z9 puts out 1800 nits peak brightness. In terms of screen to body ratio, the Realme P1 comes with 87.3% screen-to-body ratio, which is better than that on the iQOO Z9.
Major differences:
- Brighter screen on the iQOO Z9.
- Impressive screen-to-body ratio on the Realme P1.
Realme P1 vs iQOO Z9: Cameras
Realme P1 and iQOO Z9:
When it comes to cameras, both devices come with a dual camera setup housing a 50MP main camera and a 2MP front facing camera. Up front, we find a 16MP selfie camera that sits in the punch hole on both device’s screens. Both front-facing cameras on this device don’t support 4K video recording but the rear cameras on the iQOO Z9 support 4K video recording.
Major differences:
- 4K video recording on the iQOO Z9.
Realme P1 vs iQOO Z9: Performance
Realme P1 and iQOO Z9:
Powering the Realme P1 devices is the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor. The iQOO Z9 comes with the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 processor for better performance. Joining these processors is up to 8GB RAM and 256GB worth of storage capacity.
Major upgrades & differences:
- A more powerful processor on the iQOO Z9.
Realme P1 vs iQOO Z9: Software
Realme P1 and iQOO Z9:
The Realme P1 runs on Android 14 and the Realme UI 5.0 software out of the box. As for the iQOO Z9, it runs on Android 14 out of the box but uses the Funtouch 14 software. Both devices support up to three years of OS update.
Major differences:
- Realme UI 5.0 on the Realme P1.
- Funtouch 14 on the iQOO Z9.
Realme P1 vs iQOO Z9: Battery life and charging
Realme P1 and Realme Narzo 70 Pro:
Both devices launch, 5000mAh battery capacity and the Realme P1 supports faster charging at 45W.
Major differences:
- Faster charging on the Realme P1.
Realme P1 vs iQOO Z9: Final Verdict
With just a few major differences between these two devices, the iQOO Z9 takes the crown in this comparison. It comes with a better processor and 4K video recording on its rear cameras. Well, it’s easy to expect such a device like the iQOO Z9 considering that it’s more expensive than the Realme P1.
