Redmi Note 11S vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi Note 11S (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 24/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 11S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Note 11S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi Note 11S by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 11S
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 15
Battery 39
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 11S better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 173g vs 179g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 11S vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 2 points higher (26/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 11S leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 11S is a bit better (39/100 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 11S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 11S: The Redmi Note 11S 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 11S Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio G96 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 493222
Geekbench Single 678
Geekbench Multi 1895
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
DXOMark (camera) 65
Main camera 108 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 11 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 179 g 173 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 11S
  • Main: 108MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
15
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 11S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 11S
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 11S
$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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (37/100 vs 15/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 11S is a bit better (39/100 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 11S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 11S or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi Note 11S by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 11S and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi Note 11S has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 11S or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 15/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 11S over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi Note 11S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.