Redmi K70 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi K70 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $375 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,384,849).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi K70 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 213g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $375 vs $840
- Better portability (46/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2384849
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Redmi K70 Ultra — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2384849 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.4 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $375 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi K70 Ultra by 56.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $465. Redmi K70 Ultra was $465 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (90/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K70 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.