Redmi 8 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Redmi 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $140 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 23/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 193,115); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 8 doesn't; the Redmi 8 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 8
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Redmi 8 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $548
- Better portability (52/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 8 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 52 points higher (75/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 8 — 22/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (95/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 8 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 8
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 8
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 8 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Redmi 8 by 94.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $408. Redmi 8 was $408 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (95/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 by 52 points (75/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 8 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Redmi 8 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 8 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.