Redmi 15C vs Vivo Y27 (2023)

The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo Y27 (2023) (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y27 (2023) leads — 38/100 vs 36/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi 15C has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y27 (2023) doesn't.

The Vivo Y27 (2023) edges out the Redmi 15C by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 49
Portability 57
Value for money 54
Vivo Y27 (2023)
Performance 29
Display 57
Camera 30
Battery 48
Portability 63
Value for money
What makes Redmi 15C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo Y27 (2023) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 200g

  • Better display (57/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Vivo Y27 (2023), the Vivo Y27 (2023) scores 2 points higher (38/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Vivo Y27 (2023) are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).

Redmi 15C: The Redmi 15C is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y27 (2023): The Vivo Y27 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 15C Vivo Y27 (2023)
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 346495 346495
Geekbench Single 420 420
Geekbench Multi 1364 1364
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2388
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 810 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm 164.1×76.2×8.1 mm
Weight 200 g 190 g
Launch price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 15C and Vivo Y27 (2023), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 15C MediaTek Helio G85
36/100
346495 AnTuTu
Vivo Y27 (2023) MediaTek Helio G85
38/100
346495 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 15C
$120
Vivo Y27 (2023)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Vivo Y27 (2023) are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Vivo Y27 (2023) edges out the Redmi 15C by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo Y27 (2023) — 38/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi 15C is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y27 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.