Redmi K70 Ultra vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Redmi K70 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $375 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 79/100 vs 68/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is faster in AnTuTu (2,974,201 vs 2,384,849); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70 Ultra
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Redmi K70 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $375 vs $485
- Better display (93/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2974201 vs 2384849
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5500 mAh
- Lighter: 191g vs 213g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 Ultra vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 11 points higher (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Redmi K70 Ultra — 66/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; 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 S50 Pro mini is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (64/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 Ultra | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2384849 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.4 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $375 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 Ultra and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo S50 Pro mini leads Redmi K70 Ultra by 19.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $110. Redmi K70 Ultra was $110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (64/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably better than the Redmi K70 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Ultra and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Redmi K70 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on performance (90/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Ultra over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Redmi K70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.