Redmi K40 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Redmi K40 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K40 leads — 34/100 vs 33/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 196g).

The Redmi K40 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K40
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 28
Design 55
Value for money 89
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K40 better?

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (89/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 175g vs 196g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K40 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Redmi K40 scores 1 points higher (34/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K40 leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (89/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K40: The Redmi K40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K40 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 1010069
Geekbench Single 1298
Geekbench Multi 3520
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4520 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 33W 66W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 11 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no
Dimensions 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 196 g 175 g
Price $309
Camera comparison
Redmi K40
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K40
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K40
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
28
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K40
$309
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (81/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (89/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K40 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi K40 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K40 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi K40 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K40 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K40 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi K40 leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K40 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi K40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.