Redmi 17 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 46/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 624,021); the Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably lighter (216g vs 232g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi 17 better?
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 624021
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 976
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2250
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 216g vs 232g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 36 points higher (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (97/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 624021 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 976 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2250 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 825 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.1×78.4×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 232 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 17 by 86.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 17
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (97/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 by 36 points (82/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.