Side-by-side technical data
vivo iQOO 8 vs vivo iQOO Z11i
Comparison between vivo iQOO 8 and vivo iQOO Z11i: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from vivo.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The vivo iQOO 8 is the stronger all-round choice for buyers focused on the display, performance, and cameras; the vivo iQOO Z11i suits those prioritizing battery capacity and a newer Android release. The iQOO 8 leads overall, with battery capacity as its trade-off.
The iQOO 8’s AMOLED screen has 398 ppi, compared with 260 ppi on the Z11i’s IPS LCD. It also leads in performance: its AnTuTu score of 933,001 is above the Z11i’s 456,552, and it has 12 GB of RAM versus 8 GB. For photography, the iQOO 8 pairs a 50 MP main camera with optical image stabilization and 4K recording; the Z11i has a 13 MP main camera and 1080p video, with no telephoto or ultrawide camera.
The Z11i counters with 6500 mAh against 4350 mAh and supports reverse charging; the iQOO 8 charges faster at 120 W versus 15 W. The Z11i runs Android 16, while the iQOO 8 runs Android 11. For connectivity, the iQOO 8 adds NFC, whereas the Z11i has an infrared blaster.
vivo iQOO 8
The vivo iQOO 8 is the better buy for anyone seeking a sharper AMOLED screen, a 50 MP camera, and 120 W charging.
vivo iQOO Z11i
The vivo iQOO Z11i is the better buy for anyone prioritizing 6500 mAh, reverse charging, and Android 16.
The verdict
Your pick: vivo iQOO 8, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera and Connectivity. Unless Battery & charging decides it for you.
| Category | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 7.7 | 6.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 6.7 | 5.4 |
| Camera | 7.2 | 3.0 |
| Connectivity | 6.5 | 6.0 |
| Battery & charging | 5.2 | 6.5 |
Which one is for you?
vivo iQOO 8, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 933,001
- against 456,552
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB
- Display Technology
- AMOLED
- against IPS LCD
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.2
- against Bluetooth 5.1
vivo iQOO Z11i, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,500 mAh
- against 4,350 mAh
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- against Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- OS Version
- 16
- against 11
- Bluetooth Profiles
- A2DP, aptX Adaptive, EDR, HID, LE, aptX
- against A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 |
| Processor Process Size | 5 nm | 4 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 660 | Qualcomm Adreno 613 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.84 GHz Best value | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 933,001 Best value | 456,552 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 1,002 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 3,014 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 1 Cortex-X1 at 2.84 GHz, 3 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.42 GHz, and 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.80 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 and 6x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55 cores |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB Best value | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 Best value | LPDDR4X |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Silver, Orange | Blue, Gold, Cyan |
| Body Thickness | 8.6 mm | 8.4 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 75.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Body Height | 159 mm | 167.4 mm |
| Weight | 200 g Best value | 209 g |
| Usable Surface | 87.6 % Best value | 85 % |
| Body Materials | Aluminium Alloy Best value | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | — | IP65, IP68, IP69 |
Battery
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 4,350 mAh | 6,500 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Lithium | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 120 W Best value | 15 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator Best value |
Display
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED Best value | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,200 nits | 1,200 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.56″ | 6.74″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px Best value | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,376 px Best value | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 398 ppi Best value | 260 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 300 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 6,000,000 :1 Best value | 1,500 :1 |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, HDR10, Variable Refresh Rate, Gorilla Glass 5, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display, Multi-Touch |
Sensors
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass |
Software
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 11 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 11 | 16 Best value |
Connectivity
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 2G CDMA BC0, 2G CDMA BC1, 2G GSM B2, 2G GSM B3, 2G GSM B5, 2G GSM B8, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 Best value | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, aptX HD | A2DP, aptX Adaptive, EDR, HID, LE, aptX Best value |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, 3.5 mm Audio Jack | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Infrared, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoWiFi, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 7,500 Mbps Best value | 2,500 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 3,000 Mbps Best value | 900 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, aptX Adaptive, EDR, HID, LE, aptX |
Technical
| Specification | iQOO 8 | iQOO Z11i |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | V2136A | V2559UA |
