Redmi K30 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi K30 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $250 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 45/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 533,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi K30 better?
- Lighter: 208g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $499
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K30 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 37 points higher (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Redmi K30 — 40/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K30 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K30 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 533630 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 697 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1809 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×76.6×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 208 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K30
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K30
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K30 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi K30 by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Redmi K30 was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (97/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (65/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (75/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K30 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K30 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi K30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K30 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.