If you have been searching for a reliable budget smartphone in Pakistan's crowded market, the iQOO Z9x 64GB is one device our StoriesKettle reviewers believe is worth your serious attention at PKR 45,870.
Display
The 6.72" display on the iQOO Z9x 64GB was one of the first things our StoriesKettle team noticed during testing. It delivers vibrant, punchy colors that make Pakistani dramas, YouTube shorts, and Instagram reels look fantastic. We tested outdoor visibility under Karachi's intense summer sun and were genuinely impressed — the screen remained readable at full brightness without squinting. Whether you are video-calling family or binge-watching content during a power outage, this display handles it well.
Camera Performance
Camera performance was a central focus of StoriesKettle's iQOO Z9x 64GB review. The 50MP main sensor surprised us with its daylight performance — shots taken at Lahore's Badshahi Mosque and Karachi's Sea View came out detailed and well-exposed without heavy editing. Portrait mode handles Pakistani skin tones accurately without the over-smoothing that ruins natural skin detail. Wedding and event photography, which is huge in Pakistan, is handled confidently by this camera system.
Performance & Storage
In our StoriesKettle benchmark and real-world testing, the iQOO Z9x 64GB's Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chip with 6GB RAM consistently impressed us. Apps open quickly, multitasking is lag-free, and the operating system feels optimized. We specifically tested Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube simultaneously — all three ran without a single dropped frame or forced app reload. The 64GB storage capacity is generous enough for most users to go months without needing to manage their storage.
Battery Life
Battery endurance is critical for Pakistani users, and the iQOO Z9x 64GB's 6000mAh battery passed StoriesKettle's rigorous endurance test. We ran it through a full day of WhatsApp, two hours of YouTube, 30 minutes of PUBG Mobile, and GPS navigation — and the phone still had charge left by evening. This matters enormously in Pakistan where load-shedding can make charging opportunities unpredictable. Fast charging topped the battery back to 80% in under 45 minutes in our testing.
StoriesKettle Verdict & Price in Pakistan
StoriesKettle's final verdict on the iQOO Z9x 64GB: at PKR 45,870 ($165), this is a well-considered budget smartphone that earns our recommendation for Pakistani buyers. Our expert score of 50/100 reflects a device that delivers genuine value without major compromises. It is PTA-approvable for full local network support, and it is available through official channels including Daraz and authorized brand stores across Pakistan. If your budget allows, the iQOO Z9x 64GB is a smart choice.