If you want a 5G phone, you do not need to buy a flagship anymore. Currently, there are a lot of mid-rangers supporting 5G connectivity just like flagships: only 5G entry-level devices are missing. A bunch of hours before we published this post, Vivo unveiled its most affordable 5G mid-ranger: the Vivo S6 5G. That is the reason why we decided to write a new comparison. If you need a 5G device but you are also searching for the best value for money, you should definitely check this specs comparison between Vivo S6 5G, Oppo Reno3 5G, and Redmi K30 5G.
Vivo S6 5G vs Oppo Reno3 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi K30 5G
| Xiaomi Redmi K30 5G | Vivo S6 5G | Oppo Reno3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | 165.3 x 76.6 x 8.8 mm, 208 g | 161.2 x 74.7 x 8.7 mm, 181 grams | 160.3 x 74.3 x 8 mm, 181 g |
| DISPLAY | 6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), IPS LCD | 6.44 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED | 6.4 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED |
| PROCESSOR | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, octa-core 2.4 GHz | Samsung Exynos 980, octa-core 2.2 GHz | Mediatek Dimensity 1000L, octa-core |
| MEMORY | 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 128 GB |
| SOFTWARE | Android 10, MIUI | Android 10, Funtouch OS | Android 10, Color OS |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS |
| CAMERA | Quad 64 + 8 + 5 + 2 MP, f/1.9, f/2.2, f/2.4 and f/2.4 Dual 20 + 2 MP f/2.2 and f/2.4 front camera |
Quad 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8, f/2.2, f/2.4 and f/2.4 32 MP f/2.1 front camera |
Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8, f/2.2 and f/2.4 32 MP f/2.4 front camera |
| BATTERY | 4500 mAh, fast charging 30W | 4500 mAh, fast charging 18W | 4025 mAh, fast charging 30W with VOOC Flash Charge 4.0 |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | Hybrid Dual SIM slot, 5G | Dual SIM slot, 5G | Dual SIM slot, 5G |
Design
Despite Redmi K30 5G adopts a punch-hole display, I personally prefer the design and build quality of the Oppo Reno3 5G. I would go for it because it is more compact and it has a more minimalistic look, thanks to a small camera module, smaller dimensions, and a thinner profile. Right after, we got the Redmi K30 5G which still comes with a premium design including an aluminum frame and a glass back. Vivo S6 5G has a pretty nice design too, but its big camera module and its lower screen-to-body ratio do not make it shine in this comparison.
Display
A lot of people may like the color reproduction of Vivo S6 5G and Oppo Reno3 5G more than Redmi K30 5G because they sport an AMOLED panel. And they even come with under display fingerprint reader. The Redmi K30 5G does not offer these qualities because it has an IPS display, but it is still an amazing panel, even more interesting than Vivo S6 5G and Oppo Reno3. Redmi K30 5G is one of the most affordable phones sporting a display with a high 120 Hz refresh rate providing a very smooth viewing experience. Further, the panel is HDR10-compliant, so it delivers a high image quality despite not being an OLED display.
Hardware/Software
While Exynos 980 and Snapdragon 765G are two upper-midrange chipsets that should provide a similar level of performance on Vivo S6 5G and Redmi K30 5G, the MediaTek Dimensity 1000L found on the Oppo Reno3 should actually be more performing. Further, Oppo Reno3 5G is available with up to 12 GB of RAM, while its rivals stop at 8 GB. On the other hand, Exynos 980 and Snapdragon 765G offer a better 5G connectivity since Dimensity 1000L only supports sub-6 GHz frequencies. Android 10 is installed out of the box.
Camera
Oppo Reno3 wins the camera comparison with better rear cameras and even a better front camera on the paper. It is the only supporting OIS and, besides shooting better photos, it should also allow capturing the best 4K videos. Redmi K30 5G comes right after with its 64 MP quad-camera, but it does not stand a chance against Oppo Reno3 which can be considered more than a simple midrange camera phone.
Battery
Vivo S6 5G is supposed to offer a longer battery life than Redmi K30 5G and Oppo Reno3 5G. It has a bigger battery than Oppo Reno3 and a smaller display than Redmi K30 5G, with a standard refresh rate. Given that Redmi K30 5G has an IPS display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, it may have a way shorter battery life than Vivo S6 5G. Oppo Reno3 charges faster thanks to its 30W technology and lower battery capacity.
Price
Vivo S6 5G sells for about €347/$380 in China, in the 6/128 GB version. The starting price of Redmi K30 5G is about €247/$270 (6/64 GB), while Oppo Reno3 starts from €440/$482. The Oppo Reno3 is the best phone here since it features a more powerful chipset and higher-end cameras, but it has a lower battery capacity and it does not support mmWave. But the value for money award goes to Redmi K30 5G.
Vivo S6 5G vs Oppo Reno3 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi K30 5G: PRO and CONS
Xiaomi Redmi K30 5G
PROS
- Bigger and great display
- Dual front camera
- Affordable
- Punch-hole
CONS
- Inferior hardware
Vivo S6 5G
PROS
- Integrated 5G modem
- Good AMOLED display
- In-display fingerprint scanner
- Good battery life
CONS
- Inferior cameras
Oppo Reno3
PROS
- Great cameras
- Compact design
- Great performance
- In-display fingerprint reader
CONS
- Price
