Redmi 15C vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi 15C (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $120 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 38/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $970
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 205g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 52 points higher (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 58/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi 15C by 92.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $850. Redmi 15C was $850 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (100/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (81/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 52 points (90/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.