Redmi 6A vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Redmi 6A (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $90 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 17/100 (a 71-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 155,362); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 6A doesn't; the Redmi 6A is noticeably lighter (145g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 6A
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Redmi 6A better?
- Lighter: 145g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $899
- Better portability (80/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 6A vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 71 points higher (88/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 6A — 26/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (80/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 6A | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 145 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 6A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 6A
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 6A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 6A and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Redmi 6A by 95.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $809. Redmi 6A was $809 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (94/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (80/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A by 71 points (88/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 6A and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Redmi 6A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 6A over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.