Redmi A2 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi A2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 Redmi A2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 192g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi A2 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A2
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 10W
  • 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 A2 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 "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A2 (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi A2: The Redmi A2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A2 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 195539
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 781
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 10W 44W
Main camera 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 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
Camera comparison
Redmi A2
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A2
  • 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 A2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
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 A2 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A2 (83/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A2 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi A2 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi A2 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi A2 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A2 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi A2 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi A2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.