Redmi K20 Pro vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Redmi K20 Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K20 Pro leads — 18/100 vs 16/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K20 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't; the Redmi K20 Pro is noticeably lighter (191g vs 207g).

The Redmi K20 Pro edges out the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K20 Pro
Performance 1
Display 0
Camera 36
Battery 13
Design 61
Value for money 86
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K20 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 191g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (36/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K20 Pro vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Redmi K20 Pro scores 2 points higher (18/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K20 Pro leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K20 Pro leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K20 Pro and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K20 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K20 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (61/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K20 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K20 Pro: The Redmi K20 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K20 Pro ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 824513
Geekbench Single 968
Geekbench Multi 2731
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W
Main camera 48 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 5 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 9 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes no
Dimensions 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 191 g 207 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Redmi K20 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • No wireless charging
13
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K20 Pro
$350
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K20 Pro and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K20 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (36/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (36/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K20 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (61/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K20 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K20 Pro or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi K20 Pro edges out the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K20 Pro and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi K20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K20 Pro or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi K20 Pro leads on camera score (36/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K20 Pro over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi K20 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.