Redmi K50i vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K50i leads — 37/100 vs 31/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K50i has the bigger battery (5080 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't.

The Redmi K50i edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) 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 Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K50i better?
  • Bigger battery: 5080 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
  • Lighter: 194g vs 200g

  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Redmi K50i scores 6 points higher (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50i leads (50/100 vs 39/100). 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 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100). 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 Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50i Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1089139
Geekbench Single 1139
Geekbench Multi 3842
Display 6.6" FFS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2388
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5080 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 67W 80W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 13 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 650 nits 650 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 200 g 194 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
  • 6.6" FFS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
  • 5080 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
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 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).

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 Z6 (China)?

The Redmi K50i edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) 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 Z6 (China)?

The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Redmi K50i leads on camera score (40/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

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

Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Redmi K50i is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.