Realme C71 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $146 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 42/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Realme C71 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C71
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme C71 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $146 vs $499
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C71 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 40 points higher (82/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Realme C71 — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C71 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 725 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $146 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $353. Realme C71 was $353 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (97/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 40 points (82/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C71 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C71 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.