Realme C2 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme C2 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 21/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 177,554); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C2 doesn't; the Realme C2 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C2
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme C2 better?
- Lighter: 166g vs 215g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C2 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 65 points higher (86/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C2 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (74/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C2 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1560 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 Lite | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.3×73.7×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme C2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C2
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C2
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C2 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme C2 by 95.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (94/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (99/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (85/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C2 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (74/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 by 65 points (86/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C2 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme C2 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Realme C2 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.