Redmi 15 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $180 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 476,175); the Redmi 15 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $599
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). 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 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 15 — 58/100, 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 Redmi 15 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Redmi 15 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi 15 by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $419. Redmi 15 was $419 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (94/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 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.