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 — 58/100 vs 53/100 (a 5-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 is faster in AnTuTu (1,092,605 vs 971,424); the Redmi K50 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1092605 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3842 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
- Higher performance (62/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (36/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1167 vs 1139
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 201g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi K50 scores 5 points higher (58/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 leads (59/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (36/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (68/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 2577 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $310 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K50 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 12.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (36/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (68/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi K50 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 5 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 58/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi K50 leads on performance (62/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users.