Redmi A5 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi A5 (2025) 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 13/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Redmi A5
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 196g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 17 points higher (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (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 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $90 | — |
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- 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 A5 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (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 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi A5 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 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 A5 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.