Redmi 15 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $180 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 43/100 (a 39-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 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Lighter: 214g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $499
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 34/100)
- 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 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 39 points higher (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 34/100). 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). Value score: Redmi 15 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (75/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 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 | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 214 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 15 by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $319. Redmi 15 was $319 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (97/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (99/100 vs 74/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (75/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 39 points (82/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 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 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 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.