Redmi Note 9S vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi Note 9S (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 20/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9S has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 210g).
Redmi Note 9S
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5020 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 173g vs 210g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 9S vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 6 points higher (26/100 vs 20/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S 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 Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 9S | 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 | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 9S (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (83/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Redmi Note 9S by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9S and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 9S has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9S over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 9S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.