Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 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 10/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 23 points (33/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 1
Battery 12
Design 75
Value for money 96
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?

  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 175g vs 180g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 1/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 23 points higher (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 leads (96/100 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 5 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (37/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 5: The Redmi Note 5 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 5 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 282713
Geekbench Single 294
Geekbench Multi 1083
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 66W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no
Dimensions 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 180 g 175 g
Price $200
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 13MP
1
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
  • 6.0" 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 5
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 5
$200
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 5 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (37/100 vs 1/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (37/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 23 points (33/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.