Realme C30s vs Redmi Note 9S
Comparing the Realme C30s (2022) and the Redmi Note 9S (2020) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 9S leads — 20/100 vs 11/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9S has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme C30s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 210g).
Realme C30s
Redmi Note 9S
- Lighter: 186g vs 210g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 5020 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C30s vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Redmi Note 9S scores 9 points higher (20/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Realme C30s (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S and the Realme C30s are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C30s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C30s | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI Go | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 450 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 210 g | |
| Price | — | $200 |
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Realme C30s (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S and the Realme C30s are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C30s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (67/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C30s or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi Note 9S edges out the Realme C30s by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C30s and the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme C30s has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C30s or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi Note 9S leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme C30s over the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme C30s is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 9S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.