Redmi 6 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi 6 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 7/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi 6 is noticeably lighter (146g vs 173g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi 6 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 6
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 6 better?
  • Lighter: 146g vs 173g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 6 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 19 points higher (26/100 vs 7/100). 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 "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi 6: The Redmi 6 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 6 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio P22 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 156818
Geekbench Single 233
Geekbench Multi 723
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB
OS Android 8.1 (Oreo); ; MIUI 9 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 146 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi 6
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 6
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1440
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 6
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (30/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 6 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 83/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 6 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi 6 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 6 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 6 has a MobileRank rating of 7/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 6 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi 6 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 6 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.