Redmi Note 14 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi Note 14 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 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 53/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5110); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 668,462); the Redmi Note 14 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 14
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi Note 14 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $840
- Better portability (65/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5110 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 14 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Redmi Note 14 — 68/100, 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 (100/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (65/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 14 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2100 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×75.7×8.0 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 14
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 14
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 14
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 14 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi Note 14 by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $641. Redmi Note 14 was $641 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (100/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (90/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (65/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 14 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 14 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi Note 14 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 14 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 14 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 14 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.