Redmi K30 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Redmi K30 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $425 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 52/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 978,910).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi K30 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $425 vs $820
- Overall rating 52/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 978910
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 218g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K30 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 37 points higher (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Redmi K30 Pro — 30/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K30 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 978910 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.4×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $425 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K30 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K30 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K30 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K30 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi K30 Pro by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $395. Redmi K30 Pro was $395 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (84/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro by 37 points (89/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K30 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K30 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K30 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.