Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Vivo S30 Pro Mini
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo S30 Pro Mini (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+; launch prices were $561 and $445. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 75/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,316,832); the Vivo S30 Pro Mini is noticeably lighter (186g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Vivo S30 Pro Mini
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2316832
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo S30 Pro Mini better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $445 vs $561
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Vivo S30 Pro Mini, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Vivo S30 Pro Mini — 74/100; 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 Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S30 Pro Mini (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Vivo S30 Pro Mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 2316832 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $445 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S30 Pro Mini
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S30 Pro Mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo S30 Pro Mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Vivo S30 Pro Mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Vivo S30 Pro Mini by 56.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $116. Vivo S30 Pro Mini was $116 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S30 Pro Mini (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo S30 Pro Mini — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S30 Pro Mini is a better fit for gamers and power users.