Redmi K50 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K50 leads — 38/100 vs 30/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K50 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K50 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Redmi K50
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
- Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (31/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 201g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi K50 scores 8 points higher (38/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 leads (54/100 vs 42/100). 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 Z9 (India) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K50 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1089139 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $310 | — |
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
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 Z9 (India) are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (65/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K50 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi K50 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi K50 leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi K50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.