Realme C100i vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme C100i (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $119 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 34/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C100i doesn't.
Realme C100i
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 208g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $119 vs $499
- Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C100i vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 48 points higher (82/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Realme C100i — 50/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme C100i (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C100i is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Realme C100i | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 208 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $119 | $499 |
Realme C100i
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme C100i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme C100i
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $380. Realme C100i was $380 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (95/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme C100i (75/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C100i is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Realme C100i or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C100i by 48 points (82/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100i and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme C100i has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100i or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100i or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100i over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme C100i is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.