Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 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 25/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
- Lighter: 180g 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 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 64 points higher (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Redmi Note 5 — 10/100, 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 5 (100/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (80/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 5 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 5 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi Note 5 by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Redmi Note 5 was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (100/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (90/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (80/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 64 points (89/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 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.