Redmi 8 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi 8 (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 14/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 8 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 188g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi 8 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 8
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 65
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 173g vs 188g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 12 points higher (26/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 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 8 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 8: The Redmi 8 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 8 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 188 g 173 g
Price $140
Camera comparison
Redmi 8
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 8
  • 6.2" 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 8
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 8
$140
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 8 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (83/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi 8 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 8 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 8 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi 8 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.