Redmi 5A vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi 5A (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, 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 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 5A is noticeably lighter (137g vs 188g).
Redmi 5A
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 137g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 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 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 5A 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 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 5A | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | — | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 140.4×70.1×8.4 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 137 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $90 | — |
Redmi 5A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 5A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 5A
- 3000 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 5A (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 5A or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A by 20 points (30/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 5A and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi 5A has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 5A 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 5A over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi 5A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.