Redmi 17C vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $100 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 32/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 358,608); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $499
- Better portability (53/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 50 points higher (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 17C — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (97/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 17C | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 17C and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 17C by 92.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Redmi 17C was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (97/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 50 points (82/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17C 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.