Redmi A3 vs Vivo iQOO 15

The Redmi A3 (2024) 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 21/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 195,539); the Redmi A3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 65 points (86/100 vs 21/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3
Performance 11
Display 44
Camera 0
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Vivo iQOO 15
Performance 94
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 85
Portability 48
Value for money 84
What makes Redmi A3 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 215g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 11/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 65 points higher (86/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 0/100). 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 A3 (94/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).

Redmi A3: The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A3 Vivo iQOO 15
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 195539 3740528
Geekbench Single 189 3041
Geekbench Multi 781 9494
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 1440x3168
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, MIUI Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 6000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm
Weight 193 g 215 g
Launch price $599
Camera comparison
Redmi A3
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO 15
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A3
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Vivo iQOO 15
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo iQOO 15
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
85
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A3 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A3 MediaTek Helio G36
21/100
195539 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
86/100 +94.8%
3740528 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi A3 by 94.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A3
Price unknown
Vivo iQOO 15
$599
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (94/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (99/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (78/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (85/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 65 points (86/100 vs 21/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.