Redmi 5 Plus vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Redmi 5 Plus (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 10/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus by 23 points (33/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 5 Plus
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 75
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 5 Plus better?

  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 175g vs 180g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 5 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 23 points higher (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 5 Plus: The Redmi 5 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 5 Plus Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 218879
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 862
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 66W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 158.5×75.5×8.1 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 180 g 175 g
Price $170
Camera comparison
Redmi 5 Plus
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 5 Plus
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 5 Plus
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 5 Plus
$170
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
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 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (37/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 5 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus by 23 points (33/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 5 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi 5 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 5 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 5 Plus over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi 5 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.