Redmi 4 Prime vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi 4 Prime (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, 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 12/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 4 Prime is noticeably lighter (156g vs 188g).
Redmi 4 Prime
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 156g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 14/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 4 Prime vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 18 points higher (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 4 Prime 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (42/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 4 Prime significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 4 Prime significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 4 Prime | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 218879 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 862 | — | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 141.3×69.6×8.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 156 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $150 | — |
Redmi 4 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 4 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 4 Prime
- 4100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
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 4 Prime (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (42/100 vs 14/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 4 Prime significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 4 Prime significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 4 Prime or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi 4 Prime — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 4 Prime and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi 4 Prime has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 4 Prime or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 4 Prime over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi 4 Prime is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.