Redmi Note 10S vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 22/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 10S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi Note 10S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi Note 10S by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10S
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 35
Battery 36
Design 76
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 173g vs 179g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 4 points higher (26/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 10S leads (93/100 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 Note 10S (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 10S: The Redmi Note 10S 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 Note 10S Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 534895
Geekbench Single 673
Geekbench Multi 1881
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53 IP54
Dimensions 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 179 g 173 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10S
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 13MP
35
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10S
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 10S
$250
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 Note 10S (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 76/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi Note 10S by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.