Redmi K30 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi K30 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $250 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 533,630); the Redmi K30 is noticeably lighter (208g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi K30 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 208g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $840
- Better portability (46/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K30 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Redmi K30 — 40/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 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 iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K30 and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K30 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 533630 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 697 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1809 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×76.6×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K30
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K30
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K30
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K30 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi K30 by 90.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Redmi K30 was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (100/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (90/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K30 and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K30 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K30 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.