Redmi 15a vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Redmi 15a (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $130 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 42/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 639,225); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't; the Redmi 15a is noticeably lighter (210g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15a
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Redmi 15a better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $548
- Better portability (51/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15a vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 33 points higher (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 15a — 64/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (95/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15a
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15a
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15a
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15a and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Redmi 15a by 82.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $418. Redmi 15a was $418 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (95/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (35/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 33 points (75/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15a and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Redmi 15a has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15a or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15a over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.