Redmi A7 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi A7 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Redmi A7 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 193g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 26/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A7
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 42
Design 58
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 193g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

The Redmi A7 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 leads (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A7 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi A7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 (83/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A7: The Redmi A7 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 A7 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Unisoc T7250 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 310000
Geekbench Single 600
Geekbench Multi 1800
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1640x720 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 15W 44W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 171.8×79.8×8.3 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 193 g 173 g
Price $99
Camera comparison
Redmi A7
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A7
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1640x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A7
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A7
$99
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 Redmi A7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 (83/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A7 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z7.

What is the rating of the Redmi A7 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi A7 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A7 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi A7 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi A7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.