Redmi 7A vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi 7A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 11/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.6mm).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi 7A — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 7A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 93
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 7A better?
  • Lighter: 165g vs 173g

  • Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 83/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 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 12/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 7A vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 15 points higher (26/100 vs 11/100). 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 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A 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 7A (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 7A: The Redmi 7A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 7A Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4000 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 146.3×70.4×9.6 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 165 g 173 g
Price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi 7A
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 7A
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 7A
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 7A
$90
Vivo iQOO Z7
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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (30/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 7A or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi 7A — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 7A and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 7A has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 7A or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi 7A over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 7A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.