Realme C71 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $146 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Realme C71 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Realme C71
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $146 vs $599
- Better portability (64/100 vs 48/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C71 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme C71 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (64/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Realme C71 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 725 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $146 | $599 |
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Price difference: $453. Realme C71 is cheaper by $453.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (94/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme C71 (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (64/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C71 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme C71 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.