Redmi K50 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi K50 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K50 Ultra leads — 45/100 vs 30/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K50 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Redmi K50 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50 Ultra
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 61
Design 47
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K50 Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 202g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi K50 Ultra scores 15 points higher (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Ultra (65/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi K50 Ultra: The Redmi K50 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50 Ultra Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 1425446
Geekbench Single 1761
Geekbench Multi 4688
Display 6.7" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1220x2712 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 120W 44W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 13 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 202 g 188 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi K50 Ultra
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50 Ultra
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1220x2712
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (43/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (61/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Ultra (65/100 vs 47/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K50 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K50 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K50 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K50 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K50 Ultra leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K50 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K50 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.