Redmi A5 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi A5 (2025) 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 13/100 (a 13-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 Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 196g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi A5 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 173g vs 196g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 13 points higher (26/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 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 Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A5 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 195539
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 781
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 196 g 173 g
Price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A5
$90
Vivo iQOO Z7
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 Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (83/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi A5 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.