Redmi 13C vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $130 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 36/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 346,495); the Redmi 13C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 216g).
Redmi 13C
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 192g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $499
- Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi 13C vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 46 points higher (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Redmi 13C — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (99/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (65/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (68/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi 13C | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 192 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $499 |
Redmi 13C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 13C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 13C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 13C and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 13C by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $369. Redmi 13C was $369 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (99/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (65/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (68/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 13C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 46 points (82/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13C and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 13C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13C over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 13C is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.