Redmi K50 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K50 leads — 38/100 vs 31/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K50 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.

The Redmi K50 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 54
Design 48
Value for money 88
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K50 better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 201g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Overall rating 31/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Redmi K50 scores 7 points higher (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K50 leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (88/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K50: The Redmi K50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 1089139
Geekbench Single 1139
Geekbench Multi 3842
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 67W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 201 g 203 g
Price $310
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K50
$310
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (8/100 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 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (88/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50 leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.