Redmi 6A vs Vivo X300s
The Redmi 6A (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $90 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 17/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 155,362); the Redmi 6A is noticeably lighter (145g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 6A
Vivo X300s
What makes Redmi 6A better?
- Lighter: 145g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $723
- Better portability (80/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 6A vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 72 points higher (89/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 6A — 26/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (95/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (80/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 6A | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 145 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 6A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 6A
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 6A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 6A and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Redmi 6A by 95.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $633. Redmi 6A was $633 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (95/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (83/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (80/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A by 72 points (89/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 6A and the Vivo X300s?
The Redmi 6A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 6A or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 6A over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.