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.

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi A3 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 58
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A3 better?

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi A3: The Redmi A3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Redmi A3
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A3
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A3
$85
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 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).

Frequently asked questions
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.