Redmi 15C vs Redmi 5A
The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Redmi 5A (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425; launch prices were $120 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C leads — 36/100 vs 17/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi 15C is faster in AnTuTu (346,495 vs 180,934); the Redmi 15C has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 5A doesn't; the Redmi 5A is noticeably lighter (137g vs 200g).
Redmi 15C
Redmi 5A
- Higher AnTuTu: 346495 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 420 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1364 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (43/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 137g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $120
- Better portability (79/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Redmi 5A, the Redmi 15C scores 19 points higher (36/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi 15C leads (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C leads (49/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 54/100, Redmi 5A — 18/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (49/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5A notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (79/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 5A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 180934 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 130 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 488 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | 140.4×70.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 137 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $90 |
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 5A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 5A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 5A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi 15C and Redmi 5A, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi 15C leads Redmi 5A by 91.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi 5A was $30 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (29/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Redmi 5A (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (49/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5A notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (79/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Redmi 5A?
The Redmi 15C is noticeably better than the Redmi 5A — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Redmi 5A?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi 5A — 17/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Redmi 5A?
The Redmi 15C leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Redmi 5A?
The Redmi 15C leads on performance (29/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Redmi 5A?
The Redmi 15C is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 5A is a better fit for everyday use.