Realme C61 vs Vivo iQOO 15T

The Realme C61 (2024) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 30/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C61 doesn't; the Realme C61 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C61 by 52 points (82/100 vs 30/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme C61

Performance 16
Display 43
Camera —
Battery 43
Portability 68
Value for money —

Vivo iQOO 15T

Performance 97
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 86

What makes Realme C61 better?

  • Lighter: 188g vs 216g

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 360
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1250
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C61 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 52 points higher (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (97/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C61 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (68/100 vs 44/100).

Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme C61 Vivo iQOO 15T
Processor Unisoc Tiger T612 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu — 4704310
Geekbench Single 360 3293
Geekbench Multi 1250 10243
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1440x3168
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 15W 100W
Main camera — 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, Realme UI Android 16
Brightness (peak) 560 nits —
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 167.3×76.7×7.8 mm —
Weight 188 g 216 g
Launch price — $499

Camera comparison

Realme C61

  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
—
camera

Vivo iQOO 15T

  • Main: 200MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera

Display comparison

Realme C61

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Vivo iQOO 15T

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Realme C61

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Vivo iQOO 15T

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme C61

Price unknown

Vivo iQOO 15T

$499

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (97/100 vs 16/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (99/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (75/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C61 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (68/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme C61 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C61 by 52 points (82/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Realme C61 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Realme C61 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.

Which is more powerful: the Realme C61 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 16/100).

Should you choose the Realme C61 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.