Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400; launch prices were $200 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads — 65/100 vs 25/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo has the bigger battery (7620 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is faster in AnTuTu (2,052,566 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $250
- Better portability (80/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2052566 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 1579 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 7620 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo scores 40 points higher (65/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (76/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (71/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Redmi Note 5 — 10/100, Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo — 80/100; 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 Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (76/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (80/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 5 | Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | 2052566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7620 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4400 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×75.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- 7620 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 5 and Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads Redmi Note 5 by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 5 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (76/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (32/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (71/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (80/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 40 points (65/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads on performance (76/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 over the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.