Redmi A2 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi A2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 26/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 193,858); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A2 doesn't; the Redmi A2 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A2
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi A2 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A2 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 60 points higher (86/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A2 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A2 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A2
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi A2
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 A2 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi A2 by 94.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (94/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (99/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A2 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 by 60 points (86/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A2 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi A2 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A2 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.