Realme C85 4G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme C85 4G (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $145 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 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C85 4G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme C85 4G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $145 vs $599
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C85 4G 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 34/100). 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 60/100). Value score: Realme C85 4G — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Realme C85 4G are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C85 4G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×78.0×8.4 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $145 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C85 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C85 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- 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 C85 4G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme C85 4G by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $454. Realme C85 4G was $454 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (94/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (85/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Realme C85 4G are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C85 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C85 4G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme C85 4G has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C85 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C85 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme C85 4G 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.