Redmi K50 vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $310 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 58/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,089,139).

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 26 points (84/100 vs 58/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Performance 62
Display 90
Camera 36
Battery 59
Portability 53
Value for money 58
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 80
What makes Redmi K50 better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 207g
  • Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $650

  • Overall rating 58/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1089139
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1139
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3842
  • Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 59/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 26 points higher (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K50 — 58/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).

Redmi K50: The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50 Vivo iQOO 13
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1089139 3119308
Geekbench Single 1139 3041
Geekbench Multi 3842 9494
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 67W 120W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 201 g 207 g
Launch price $310 $650
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
59
battery
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K50 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K50 MediaTek Dimensity 8100
58/100
1089139 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
84/100 +65.1%
3119308 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi K50 by 65.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K50
$310
Vivo iQOO 13
$650

Launch price difference: $340. Redmi K50 was $340 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (92/100 vs 62/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 59/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 26 points (84/100 vs 58/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 62/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.