Redmi Note 10S vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 22/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 10S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Redmi Note 10S
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 188g
- Better camera (35/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 8 points higher (30/100 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 10S | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 534895 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 673 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1881 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Redmi Note 10S by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 10S leads on camera score (35/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.