Redmi K30 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi K30 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K30 leads — 33/100 vs 30/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 208g).

The Redmi K30 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 25
Design 40
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K30 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (41/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 27W
  • Lighter: 188g vs 208g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K30 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi K30 scores 3 points higher (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 leads (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K30 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K30 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K30: The Redmi K30 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K30 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 533630
Geekbench Single 697
Geekbench Multi 1809
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 44W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 208 g 188 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi K30
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
41
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K30
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K30
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • No wireless charging
25
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K30
$250
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (42/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (65/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K30 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K30 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K30 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K30 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K30 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K30 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K30 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.