Redmi K50 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra

The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $310 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 1,089,139); the Redmi K50 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 227g).

The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 31 points (89/100 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 15 Ultra
Performance 99
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 92
Portability 35
Value for money 90
What makes Redmi K50 better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 227g
  • Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $799

  • Better portability (53/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1089139
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1139
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3842
  • Bigger battery: 7400 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

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

Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K50 — 58/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 90/100; 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 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (53/100 vs 35/100).

Redmi K50: The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra: The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50 Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1089139 4602290
Geekbench Single 1139 3640
Geekbench Multi 3842 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 7400 mAh
Charging 67W 120W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
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 / 24GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 8000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm
Weight 201 g 227 g
Launch price $310 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
  • 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 15 Ultra
  • 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 15 Ultra
  • 7400 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
92
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K50 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K50 MediaTek Dimensity 8100
58/100
1089139 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
89/100 +76.3%
4602290 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Redmi K50 by 76.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K50
$310
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
$799

Launch price difference: $489. Redmi K50 was $489 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (99/100 vs 62/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (92/100 vs 59/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (53/100 vs 35/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 62/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.