Redmi A3 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 19/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Redmi A3
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 193g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 11 points higher (30/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 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, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi A3 (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 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi A3 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $85 | — |
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
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 A3 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi A3 (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 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi A3 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 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 A3 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi A3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.