Redmi Note 8 vs Vivo T5x
The Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $180 and $225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo T5x leads — 53/100 vs 30/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5x has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo T5x is faster in AnTuTu (956,756 vs 329,457); the Redmi Note 8 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Redmi Note 8
Vivo T5x
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $225
- Better portability (60/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 956756 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (65/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 8 vs the Vivo T5x, the Vivo T5x scores 23 points higher (53/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo T5x leads (57/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5x leads (60/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Redmi Note 8 — 28/100, Vivo T5x — 64/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo T5x significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (57/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo T5x notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo T5x and the Redmi Note 8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5x significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (60/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (60/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 8 | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 956756 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $225 |
Redmi Note 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 8
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 8 and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo T5x leads Redmi Note 8 by 65.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $45. Redmi Note 8 was $45 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo T5x significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (57/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo T5x notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (65/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo T5x and the Redmi Note 8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5x significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (60/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (60/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo T5x?
The Vivo T5x significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 23 points (53/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8 and the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo T5x?
The Vivo T5x leads on performance (57/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 8 over the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo T5x is a better fit for everyday use.