Redmi 15C vs Vivo X300s
The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $120 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 36/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 348,562); the Redmi 15C is noticeably lighter (200g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Vivo X300s
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $723
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 53 points higher (89/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 54/100, Vivo X300s — 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (83/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (57/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 200 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Redmi 15C by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $603. Redmi 15C was $603 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (83/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (57/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 53 points (89/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Vivo X300s?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.