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).
Redmi 17
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Redmi 17
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 17
- 6.9" LCD
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 17
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.