Redmi 15C vs Vivo X500
The Redmi 15C (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $120 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 38/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $820
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 51 points higher (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 58/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi 15C by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Redmi 15C was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (84/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 51 points (89/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.