Redmi A3 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi A3 (2024) 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 19/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi A3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 193g).
Redmi A3
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)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 10W
- Lighter: 173g vs 193g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 7 points higher (26/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A3 (83/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi A3 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $85 | — |
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A3 (83/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi A3 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi A3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.