Redmi K70 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K70 leads — 47/100 vs 30/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K70 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 209g).

The Redmi K70 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70
Performance 30
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 61
Design 38
Value for money 88
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K70 better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 209g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K70 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi K70 scores 17 points higher (47/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K70 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 leads (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K70 leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K70 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (65/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K70: The Redmi K70 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K70 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 1752044
Geekbench Single 2004
Geekbench Multi 5311
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 120W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 4000 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 209 g 188 g
Price $320
Camera comparison
Redmi K70
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K70
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K70
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K70
$320
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (30/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K70 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (61/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (65/100 vs 38/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K70 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K70 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K70 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K70 leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K70 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K70 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.