Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 10/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP.
Redmi Note 5
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 173g vs 180g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 1/100)
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 16 points higher (26/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (37/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 5 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | — | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (37/100 vs 1/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (30/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 5 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.