Redmi K50i vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 57/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 1,092,605); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't; the Redmi K50i is noticeably lighter (200g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 225g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 19 points higher (76/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (99/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50i | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" FFS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5080 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50i and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi K50i by 76.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (99/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (99/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (80/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is noticeably better than the Redmi K50i — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K50i leads on camera score (43/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K50i is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.