Redmi K70 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $320 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 209g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $840
- Better portability (51/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K70 — 64/100, 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 (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 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 | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 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/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $320 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi K70 by 68.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $520. Redmi K70 was $520 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (100/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (90/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K70 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K70 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.