Redmi 15 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $180 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 88/100 vs 43/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $599
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (98/100 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 58/100). Value score: Redmi 15 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 90/100; 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 (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Redmi 15 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 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 | Xiaomi HyperOS 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 | 214 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 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 87.9% 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 (98/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (99/100 vs 74/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (85/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Redmi 15 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (98/100 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.