Redmi K30 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi K30 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $425 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 52/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 978,910); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi K30 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $425 vs $970
- Overall rating 52/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 978910
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K30 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 38 points higher (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Redmi K30 Pro — 30/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (81/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (63/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K30 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 978910 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 5 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.4×8.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $425 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K30 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K30 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K30 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K30 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi K30 Pro by 80.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $545. Redmi K30 Pro was $545 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (100/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (81/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (63/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro by 38 points (90/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K30 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi K30 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K30 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.