Redmi Note 3 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 12/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 16 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is thinner (7.4mm vs 8.7mm).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 21 points (33/100 vs 12/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 3 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 2
Battery 13
Design 95
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 3 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 164g vs 175g

  • Better design/ergonomics (95/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4050 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 16MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 2/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 3 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 21 points higher (33/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (37/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 81/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 3 Pro: The Redmi Note 3 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 3 Pro Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 130000
Geekbench Single 270
Geekbench Multi 800
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4050 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 66W
Main camera 16 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 164 g 175 g
Price $170
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
  • Main: 16MP
  • Front: 5MP
2
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 3 Pro
  • 4050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
13
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 3 Pro
$170
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (37/100 vs 2/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (37/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 81/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 21 points (33/100 vs 12/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 3 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi Note 3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 3 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi Note 3 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.