Redmi 6 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 6 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 19/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 177,554); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 6 doesn't; the Redmi 6 is noticeably lighter (146g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 6
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi 6 better?
- Lighter: 146g vs 216g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 6 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 63 points higher (82/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 10/100). 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 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (80/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 6 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo); ; MIUI 9 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 146 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 6
- Main: 12MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 6
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1440
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 6
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 6 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 6 by 96.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 6
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (97/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (99/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (80/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 6 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 6 by 63 points (82/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 6 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 6 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 6 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 6 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 6 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.