Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $200 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $548
- Better portability (80/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Redmi Note 5 — 10/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (95/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (80/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 5 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 5 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Redmi Note 5 by 92.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $348. Redmi Note 5 was $348 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (95/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (80/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (80/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.