Redmi K30 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi K30 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $250 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 533,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi K30 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 208g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $599
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K30 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Redmi K30 — 40/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Redmi K30 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K30 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 533630 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 697 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1809 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×76.6×8.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K30
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K30
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K30
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K30 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi K30 by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Redmi K30 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (94/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (85/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Redmi K30 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K30 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi K30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K30 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.