Redmi 15C vs Vivo iQOO 15

The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 36/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5160); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 348,562); the Redmi 15C is noticeably lighter (200g vs 215g).

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 50 points (86/100 vs 36/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi 15C

Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 49
Portability 57
Value for money 54

Vivo iQOO 15

Performance 94
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 85
Portability 48
Value for money 86

What makes Redmi 15C better?

  • Lighter: 200g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $599

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 348562
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 419
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1461
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 49/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 50 points higher (86/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (85/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).

Vivo iQOO 15: The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi 15C Vivo iQOO 15
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 348562 3758268
Geekbench Single 419 3013
Geekbench Multi 1461 9287
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1440x3168
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 810 nits 6000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm
Weight 200 g 215 g
Launch price $120 $599

Camera comparison

Redmi 15C

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera

Vivo iQOO 15

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Redmi 15C

  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Vivo iQOO 15

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Redmi 15C

  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery

Vivo iQOO 15

  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
85
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 15C and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 15C MediaTek Helio G85
36/100
348562 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
86/100 +90.7%
3758268 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi 15C by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi 15C

$120

Vivo iQOO 15

$599

Launch price difference: $479. Redmi 15C was $479 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (99/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (78/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (85/100 vs 49/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 50 points (86/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.