Redmi 15C 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Redmi 15C 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 43/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C 5G
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Redmi 15C 5G better?
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 211g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 49 points higher (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Redmi 15C 5G are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C 5G | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | $845 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C 5G and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Redmi 15C 5G by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 15C 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (100/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G (87/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Redmi 15C 5G are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 5G by 49 points (92/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Redmi 15C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C 5G over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.