Redmi 15 vs Redmi 15C
The Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi 15C (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $180 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15 leads — 43/100 vs 38/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi 15 is faster in AnTuTu (476,175 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Redmi 15C
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 476175 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 466 vs 432
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (34/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (74/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1416 vs 1396
- Lighter: 205g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $180
- Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Redmi 15C, the Redmi 15 scores 5 points higher (43/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Redmi 15 — 52/100, Redmi 15C — 58/100; 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 Redmi 15 and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (34/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Redmi 15C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 810 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 and Redmi 15C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi 15 leads Redmi 15C by 32.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $60. Redmi 15C was $60 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi 15 and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (34/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (74/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi 15C?
The Redmi 15 edges out the Redmi 15C by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Redmi 15C?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi 15C — 38/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 15 over the Redmi 15C?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Redmi 15 (74/100 vs 55/100).