Realme 15x vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 15x leads — 37/100 vs 23/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Realme 9 Pro Plus has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't.
Realme 15x
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (38/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 35/100)
Comparing the Realme 15x vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the Realme 15x scores 14 points higher (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x leads (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15x leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus notably outperforms the Realme 15x (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 15x | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 212 g | — | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (38/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (60/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus notably outperforms the Realme 15x (50/100 vs 35/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 15x or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 15x is noticeably better than the Realme 9 Pro Plus — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 15x and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 15x has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15x or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 15x leads on camera score (38/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15x over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 15x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.