Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 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 21/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9 Pro has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 4600); the Redmi Note 9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 209g).
Redmi Note 9 Pro
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5020 vs 4600 mAh
- Better value for money (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 175g vs 209g
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 12 points higher (33/100 vs 21/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro leads (91/100 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 9 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 66W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $270 | — |
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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 9 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (81/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.