Redmi Note 11 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi Note 11 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $200 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-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 424,216); the Redmi Note 11 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 11
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi Note 11 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $840
- Better portability (80/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 11 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi Note 11 — 38/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (100/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (78/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (80/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 11 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 60 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 11
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 11
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 11
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 11 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi Note 11 by 92.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Redmi Note 11 was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (100/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (78/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (80/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 11 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 11 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi Note 11 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 11 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 11 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 11 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.