Redmi 17 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17 leads — 32/100 vs 26/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 215g).

The Redmi 17 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 53
Design 31
Value for money 96
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 17 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 215g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Redmi 17 scores 6 points higher (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 leads (53/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (53/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (83/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17: The Redmi 17 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 17 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 652054
Geekbench Single 943
Geekbench Multi 2410
Display 6.9" LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2460x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 215 g 173 g
Price $199
Camera comparison
Redmi 17
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17
  • 6.9" LCD
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17
$199
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 Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

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 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (53/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (83/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 17 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi 17 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.