Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo Y77 (China)

The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Vivo Y77 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y77 (China) leads — 29/100 vs 10/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y77 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP.

The Vivo Y77 (China) is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 5 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 1
Battery 12
Design 75
Value for money 96
Vivo Y77 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 194g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y77 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 1/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo Y77 (China), the Vivo Y77 (China) scores 19 points higher (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) leads (24/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) leads (39/100 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 Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (24/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 5: The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y77 (China): The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 5 Vivo Y77 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 282713
Geekbench Single 294
Geekbench Multi 1083
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2388
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
NFC no
Dimensions 164.2×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 180 g 194 g
Price $200
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 13MP
1
camera
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 5
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 5
$200
Vivo Y77 (China)
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 Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (24/100 vs 1/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (39/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (75/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Vivo Y77 (China) is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 5 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo Y77 (China) — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Vivo Y77 (China) leads on camera score (24/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 over the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.