Redmi 15 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 15 5G (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 48/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 617,626).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15 5G
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi 15 5G better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 617626
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 938
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 2183
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 216g vs 217g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 34 points higher (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (97/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (75/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 5G | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 617626 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 938 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2183 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 217 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 5G and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 15 5G by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 15 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (97/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (99/100 vs 74/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (75/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G by 34 points (82/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 15 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 5G 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.