Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 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 21/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9 Pro has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 209g).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Redmi Note 9 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 38
Value for money 91
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5020 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (91/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 209g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 9 points higher (30/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro leads (37/100 vs 27/100). 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (65/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 9 Pro: The Redmi Note 9 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 9 Pro Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 514398
Geekbench Single 746
Geekbench Multi 1762
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5020 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 209 g 188 g
Price $270
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
  • 5020 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 9 Pro
$270
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (65/100 vs 38/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Redmi Note 9 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Note 9 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Note 9 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.