Realme C25 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme C25 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G70, 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 33/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 317,084); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C25 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO 15 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C25
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme C25 better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Overall rating 33/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 317084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 417
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1345
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C25 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 53 points higher (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 (94/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C25 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G70 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 317084 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 417 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1345 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×75.9×9.6 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme C25
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C25
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C25
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
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 C25 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme C25 by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C25
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 (94/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 (78/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 (85/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C25 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C25 by 53 points (86/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C25 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme C25 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C25 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C25 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme C25 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.