Redmi K50 vs Redmi K50i
The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K50 leads — 58/100 vs 57/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K50 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K50 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Redmi K50i
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5080 mAh
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 201g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Redmi K50i, the Redmi K50 scores 1 points higher (58/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (43/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 and the Redmi K50i are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50 | Redmi K50i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" FFS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5080 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $310 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50 and Redmi K50i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K50i
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (43/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 and the Redmi K50i are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Redmi K50i?
The Redmi K50 edges out the Redmi K50i by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Redmi K50i?
The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Redmi K50i — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Redmi K50i?
The Redmi K50i leads on camera score (43/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Redmi K50i?
The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K50i is a better fit for active users.