Redmi 10C vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 19/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 10C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi 10C has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 190g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi 10C by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 62
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 10C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 173g vs 190g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 7 points higher (26/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 10C: The Redmi 10C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10C Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 421228
Geekbench Single 412
Geekbench Multi 1410
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 190 g 173 g
Price $150
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 10C
$150
Vivo iQOO Z7
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 Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi 10C (83/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 10C significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi 10C by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 10C over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 10C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.