Redmi 5A vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi 5A (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 10/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi 5A is noticeably lighter (137g vs 173g).
Redmi 5A
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Lighter: 137g vs 173g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 5A vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 16 points higher (26/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5A 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 Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 5A notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 5A | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | — | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 140.4×70.1×8.4 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 137 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $90 | — |
Redmi 5A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 5A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 5A
- 3000 mAh
- 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (30/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 5A notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 5A or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi 5A — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 5A and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi 5A has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 5A or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 5A over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi 5A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.