Redmi K50 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $310 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,092,605); the Redmi K50 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $840
- Better portability (53/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K50 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $310 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi K50 by 80.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $530. Redmi K50 was $530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (100/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (90/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 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 16?
The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.