vivo X100 Ultra vs Xiaomi Redmi 14C
Compare vivo X100 Ultra vs Xiaomi Redmi 14C side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm), 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5500mAh vs…
vivo
X100 Ultra
$1,099
13categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi 14C
$139
5categories won
2 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo X100 Ultra takes the overall win
The vivo X100 Ultra claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi 14C, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the X100 Ultra takes the lead, while the Redmi 14C is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the X100 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi 14C if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
X100 Ultra wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 80W fast charging.
Redmi 14C provides greater sustained gaming output with its MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) and 8GB RAM.
X100 Ultra wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.7x dedicated optical zoom.
Redmi 14C wins on budget and value at $139 compared to $1099.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
X100 Ultra vs Redmi 14C: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | X100 Ultra | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.88" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 720 x 1640 |
| Pixel density | 518 ppiWinner | 260 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3000 nitsWinner | 600 nits |
Performance
| Specification | X100 Ultra | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) |
| Process node | 4 nmWinner | 12 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,180,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 6980 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | X100 Ultra | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3.7x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 13 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 120fps Dolby Vision | 1080p at 30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | X100 Ultra | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAhWinner | 5,160 mAh |
| Wired charging | 80 WWinner | 18 W |
| Wireless charging | 30 WWinner | 25 W |
Design
| Specification | X100 Ultra | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 229 g | 204 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.2 mm | 8.22 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP69 | IP52 |
| Build | Titanium alloy frame, Armor Glass front, AG matte glass back | Glass back (Starry Blue) or matte polymer, plastic frame, glass front |
Software and support
| Specification | X100 Ultra | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 14 (HyperOS) |
| OS updates | 3 yearsWinner | 2 years |
| Security updates | 4 yearsWinner | 2 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | X100 Ultra | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,099 | $139Winner |
vivo X100 Ultra
The vivo X100 Ultra—dubbed the "Thanos" of camera phones—unleashes the largest telephoto sensor ever fitted to a smartphone: a gargantuan 1/1.4-inch 200MP Samsung HP9 Zeiss APO periscope, paired with a 1-inch Sony LYT-900 gimbal sensor and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
Xiaomi Redmi 14C
The Xiaomi Redmi 14C brings flagship aesthetic design to the entry tier with a mammoth 6.88-inch 120Hz screen, luxury circular camera housing, true glass back finish, and an enlarged 5160 mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.88"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,160mAh