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).
Redmi A1
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Redmi A1
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi A1
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi A1
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.