Redmi 15C vs Tecno Spark 20C

The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C leads — 26/100 vs 16/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi 15C has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The Redmi 15C is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 20C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 40
Design 50
Value for money 100
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 15C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Redmi 15C scores 10 points higher (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Tecno Spark 20C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 15C: The Redmi 15C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 15C Tecno Spark 20C
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13
Brightness (peak) 810 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm
Weight 200 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
  • 5160 mAh
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 15C
$120
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Tecno Spark 20C are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Redmi 15C is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 20C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Redmi 15C leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Redmi 15C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.