Realme C3i vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme C3i (2020) 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 28/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 12 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 C3i doesn't; the Realme C3i is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C3i
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme C3i better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 48/100)
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 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C3i vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 58 points higher (86/100 vs 28/100). 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 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (94/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C3i and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C3i | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G70 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 317084 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 417 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1345 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10, realme UI 1.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.0×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme C3i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C3i
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C3i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 C3i and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme C3i by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C3i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (94/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (99/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C3i and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C3i or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C3i by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C3i and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme C3i has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C3i or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C3i or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme C3i 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.