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Apple iPhone 17e vs vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 17e

Apple iPhone 17e
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Vivo · 2024

vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro

vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro wins 2 of 4 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 17e
Apple iPhone 17e
0 wins
vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro
vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedBatteryDisplayConnectivity
Apple iPhone 17evivo iQOO Neo9 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedvivo iQOO Neo9 Pro
    85
    91
  • CameraNot enough data
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • Batteryvivo iQOO Neo9 Pro
    48
    86
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    85
    85
  • ConnectivityTie
    65
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro has the bigger battery5,160 mAh vs 4,005 mAh
  • vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.1"
  • Apple iPhone 17e is lighter169 g vs 190 g
  • vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Apple iPhone 17e has the faster chipApple A19 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 17e
  • ✓21 g lighter (169 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.1" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro
  • ✓Bigger 5,160 mAh battery (+1,155 mAh)
  • ✓6.78" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 17evivo iQOO Neo9 Pro
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeColor Super Retina XDR OLED ScreenAMOLED
Screen Size6.1"6.78"
Resolution & Density~ 460 PPI FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (453 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A19 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 18 26.3Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensorundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MPundefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Apple iPhone 17e Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight169 g190 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP54
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,005 mAh5,160 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardYes, with wifi-hotspotNot listed
BluetoothYes, v5.3, A2DP, LEv5.3
USB Port & SpeedYes, USB-C v2.0USB Type-C 2.0
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro wins — BeastScore 86.3/100

After comparing all the specs, vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 86.3 vs top rival 86.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,160 mAh (+1,155 mAh more).

Buy Apple iPhone 17e if you want

Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP · Lighter body: 169g (21g lighter in hand)

Buy vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 86.3 vs top rival 86.0 · Larger battery capacity: 5,160 mAh (+1,155 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 17e or vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro?

vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.3/100 compared to Apple iPhone 17e (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.3 vs top rival 86.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,160 mAh (+1,155 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 17e and vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro?

Apple iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery. vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro has a 6.78-inch display and 5160 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPhone 17e and vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro compare for speed?

Apple iPhone 17e scores 85/100 for performance; vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro scores 91/100.

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