Redmi 10 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi 10 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 27/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 10 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is thinner (7.8mm vs 8.9mm).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Redmi 10 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 73
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 10 better?
  • Lighter: 181g vs 188g

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 3 points higher (30/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10 leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 10 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (28/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 10: The Redmi 10 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Helio G88 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 362744
Geekbench Single 430
Geekbench Multi 1375
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 11 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.0×75.5×8.9 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 181 g 188 g
Price $179
Camera comparison
Redmi 10
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 10
$179
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 10 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (28/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Redmi 10 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 10 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi 10 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 10 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi 10 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.