Redmi K30 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi K30 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 24/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Redmi K30 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30 Pro
Performance 6
Display 0
Camera 45
Battery 32
Design 27
Value for money 81
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K30 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (45/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (81/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 218g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K30 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 6 points higher (30/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 Pro leads (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K30 Pro leads (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K30 Pro is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K30 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (81/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K30 Pro: The Redmi K30 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K30 Pro Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 976177
Geekbench Single 1168
Geekbench Multi 3431
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 218 g 188 g
Price $425
Camera comparison
Redmi K30 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
45
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K30 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K30 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K30 Pro
$425
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K30 Pro is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (45/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (65/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K30 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (81/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Redmi K30 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K30 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K30 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K30 Pro leads on camera score (45/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K30 Pro leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K30 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K30 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.