Redmi A5 4G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi A5 4G (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, 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 35/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A5 4G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5 4G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi A5 4G better?
- Overall rating 35/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 4G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 51 points higher (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (85/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 4G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 32 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 | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5 4G
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5 4G
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A5 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (94/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G (85/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 4G by 51 points (86/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 4G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi A5 4G has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 4G 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.