Redmi A1+ vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, 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 13/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.1mm).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi A1+ — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1+
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A1+ better?

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 192g

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A1+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 17 points higher (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1+ 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 A1+ (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi A1+ (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A1+: The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A1+ Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Helio A22 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 8GB
Storage 32GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 1800 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 192 g 188 g
Price $80
Camera comparison
Redmi A1+
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A1+
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A1+
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A1+
$80
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi A1+ (27/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi A1+ — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi A1+ and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi A1+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1+ 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 A1+ over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.