Redmi 17C 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi 17C 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $139 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C 5G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi 17C 5G better?
- Lighter: 211g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $139 vs $599
- Better portability (50/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi 17C 5G — 64/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C 5G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $139 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C 5G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi 17C 5G by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $460. Redmi 17C 5G was $460 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi 17C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C 5G over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.