Redmi 17 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17 leads — 32/100 vs 30/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Redmi 17 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 2 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 Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 17 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi 17 scores 2 points higher (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 leads (53/100 vs 42/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Redmi 17 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17: The Redmi 17 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 17 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 652054
Geekbench Single 943
Geekbench Multi 2410
Display 6.9" LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2460x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 215 g 188 g
Price $199
Camera comparison
Redmi 17
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17
  • 6.9" LCD
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17
$199
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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Redmi 17 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (65/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi 17 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 17 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.