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.
Redmi Note 10S
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.