Redmi 15a vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 15a (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $130 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 42/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 639,225); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15a
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi 15a better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $499
- Better portability (51/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15a vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 40 points higher (82/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 15a — 64/100, 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 15a (97/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (65/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15a
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15a
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15a
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15a and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 15a by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $369. Redmi 15a was $369 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (97/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (65/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (75/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 40 points (82/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15a and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 15a has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15a 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.