Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 21/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9 Pro has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi Note 9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 209g).
Redmi Note 9 Pro
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5020 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 173g vs 209g
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 5 points higher (26/100 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (83/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (91/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $270 | — |
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 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 9 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (83/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (91/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi Note 9 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.