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.

The Redmi K50 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 8 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 Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K50 better?
  • 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)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 201g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi K50: The Redmi K50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
31
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 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 Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K50
$310
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 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).

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 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.