Redmi Note 8 vs Vivo U10

The Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Vivo U10 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 8 leads — 30/100 vs 28/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo U10 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP.

The Redmi Note 8 edges out the Vivo U10 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 8
Performance 24
Display 43
Camera 33
Battery 22
Portability 60
Value for money 28
Vivo U10
Performance 24
Display 39
Camera 13
Battery 43
Portability 55
Value for money
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (33/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (43/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo U10 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 22/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 8 vs the Vivo U10, the Redmi Note 8 scores 2 points higher (30/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 8 leads (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo U10 leads (43/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 8 and the Vivo U10 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo U10 (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo U10 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (43/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 8: The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo U10: The Vivo U10 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 8 Vivo U10
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
AnTuTu 329457 329457
Geekbench Single 321 321
Geekbench Multi 1128 1128
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 2340x1080 720x1544
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
Main camera 48 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 9 Android 9.0 (Pie)
NFC no no
Dimensions 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm 159.4×76.8×8.9 mm
Weight 190 g 190 g
Launch price $180
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 8
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Vivo U10
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 8
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
43
display
Vivo U10
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1544
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 8
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Vivo U10
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 8 and Vivo U10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
30/100
329457 AnTuTu
Vivo U10 Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
28/100
329457 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 8
$180
Vivo U10
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 8 and the Vivo U10 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo U10 (33/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo U10 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (43/100 vs 22/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo U10?

The Redmi Note 8 edges out the Vivo U10 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8 and the Vivo U10?

The Redmi Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo U10 — 28/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo U10?

The Redmi Note 8 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 13/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 8 over the Vivo U10?

The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo U10 is a better fit for everyday use.