Redmi Note 14 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi Note 14 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 14 leads — 34/100 vs 30/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 14 has the bigger battery (5110 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Note 14 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Redmi Note 14 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 14
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 96
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 14 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5110 vs 5000 mAh

  • Better camera (30/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 188g vs 190g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 14 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi Note 14 scores 4 points higher (34/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 14 leads (96/100 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 — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (30/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Redmi Note 14 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 14 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 14: The Redmi Note 14 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 Note 14 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 662974
Geekbench Single 1061
Geekbench Multi 2398
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5110 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
DXOMark (camera) 84
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 2100 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64 IP54
Dimensions 162.4×75.7×8.0 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 190 g 188 g
Price $199
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 14
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
30
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 14
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • 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 Note 14
  • 5110 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 14
$199
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (30/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Redmi Note 14 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 14 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 14 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Note 14 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 14 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Note 14 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Should you choose the Redmi Note 14 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Note 14 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.