Redmi Note 9S vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi Note 9S (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 20/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9S has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 9S — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9S
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 37
Design 37
Value for money 96
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
  • Bigger battery: 5020 vs 5000 mAh

  • Better camera (29/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 210g

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

Comparing the Redmi Note 9S vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 10 points higher (30/100 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (29/100 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 9S (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 9S: The Redmi Note 9S 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 9S 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 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5020 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 450 nits 1800 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 210 g 188 g
Price $200
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9S
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
29
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9S
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • 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 9S
  • 5020 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 9S
$200
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 9S (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (29/100 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 9S (65/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 9S — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

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

The Redmi Note 9S has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

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

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