Redmi K50i vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K50i leads — 37/100 vs 31/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.

The Redmi K50i edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 40
Battery 50
Design 50
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K50i better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 200g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5080 mAh

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Redmi K50i scores 6 points higher (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i leads (40/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50i 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 K50i is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Redmi K50i are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K50i and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi K50i: The Redmi K50i is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50i Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 1089139
Geekbench Single 1139
Geekbench Multi 3842
Display 6.6" FFS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2408
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5080 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 67W 44W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 13 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 650 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 200 g 203 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
  • 6.6" FFS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
  • 5080 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K50i 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 K50i is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Redmi K50i are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K50i and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50i edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50i leads on camera score (40/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50i leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K50i is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.