Redmi A5 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads — 31/100 vs 13/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is noticeably better than the Redmi A5 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 194g vs 196g

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) scores 18 points higher (31/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 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 Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Redmi A5 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Redmi A5 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A5 Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 195539
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 781
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2388
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 650 nits
NFC yes
Dimensions 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 196 g 194 g
Price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A5
$90
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
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 Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (34/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Redmi A5 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Redmi A5 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is noticeably better than the Redmi A5 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.