Redmi A1 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi A1 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 13/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A1 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 8 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 192g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi A1 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A1 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 8MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 192g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A1 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 13 points higher (26/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 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 Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A1: The Redmi A1 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 A1 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio A22 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 8 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB 128GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 192 g 173 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi A1
  • Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A1
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A1
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A1
$100
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 A1 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (83/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi A1 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi A1 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi A1 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi A1 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi A1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.