Redmi Note 14 4G vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi Note 14 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $199 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 14 4G is noticeably lighter (196g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 14 4G
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi Note 14 4G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $840
- Better portability (60/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 14 4G vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 14 4G — 52/100, 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 14 4G (100/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (60/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 14 4G | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 84 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×76.5×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 14 4G
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 14 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 14 4G
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $641. Redmi Note 14 4G was $641 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (100/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 4G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (60/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 14 4G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 14 4G and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi Note 14 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 14 4G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 14 4G or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 14 4G 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.