Redmi Note 17 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 17 Pro leads — 35/100 vs 26/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Note 17 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 226g).
Redmi Note 17 Pro
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 226g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 17/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Redmi Note 17 Pro scores 9 points higher (35/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro leads (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (83/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (94/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 Pro | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 809091 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $230 | — |
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (71/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (83/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (94/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.