Redmi Note 8T vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, 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 16/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 8T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Redmi Note 8T
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 8T vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 14 points higher (30/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T 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 8T (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Redmi Note 8T are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Redmi Note 8T are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 8T | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8T
- 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 8T (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Redmi Note 8T are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (42/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Redmi Note 8T are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8T or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 8T — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8T and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 8T has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 8T over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 8T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.