Redmi 15 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15 leads — 35/100 vs 26/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 195g).
Redmi 15
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 173g vs 195g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Redmi 15 scores 9 points higher (35/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Redmi 15
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 15
- 5500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (83/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi 15 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 15 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi 15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.