Redmi 15C vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi 15C (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $120 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 38/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 358,608); the Redmi 15C is noticeably lighter (205g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $840
- Better portability (56/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 51 points higher (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 58/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8400 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 / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi 15C by 93.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $720. Redmi 15C was $720 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (100/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (90/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 51 points (89/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.