Redmi K50 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K50 leads — 38/100 vs 26/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K50 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K50 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 201g).

The Redmi K50 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 54
Design 48
Value for money 88
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K50 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 201g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Redmi K50 scores 12 points higher (38/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 leads (54/100 vs 30/100). 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, the Redmi K50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (88/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K50: The Redmi K50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 1089139
Geekbench Single 1139
Geekbench Multi 3842
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 67W 44W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53 IP54
Dimensions 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 201 g 173 g
Price $310
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K50
$310
Vivo iQOO Z7
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, the Redmi K50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (54/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (83/100 vs 48/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (88/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi K50 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi K50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.