Redmi K30 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi K30 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $250 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 45/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 533,630); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi K30 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $970
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 208g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K30 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 45 points higher (90/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Redmi K30 — 40/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K30 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 533630 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 697 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1809 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×76.6×8.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K30
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K30
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K30
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K30 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi K30 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $720. Redmi K30 was $720 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (100/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (81/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 by 45 points (90/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K30 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi K30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K30 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.