Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 10/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP.
Redmi Note 5
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 180g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 1/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 20 points higher (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (27/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 5 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 5 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | — | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (27/100 vs 1/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (42/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 5 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 20 points (30/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.