Redmi 5 Plus vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi 5 Plus (2017) 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 10/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus by 20 points (30/100 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 Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 5 Plus better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 5 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 20 points higher (30/100 vs 10/100). 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 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 5 Plus is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 5 Plus: The Redmi 5 Plus 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 5 Plus Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 218879
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 862
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.5×75.5×8.1 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 180 g 188 g
Price $170
Camera comparison
Redmi 5 Plus
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 5 Plus
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 5 Plus
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 5 Plus
$170
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, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (27/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (42/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 5 Plus is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 5 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus by 20 points (30/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 5 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi 5 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 5 Plus 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 5 Plus over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi 5 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.