Redmi A5 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $90 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 25/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 195,539); the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 216g).
Redmi A5
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 196g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $499
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 195539
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 57 points higher (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Redmi A5 — 34/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (95/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 196 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $499 |
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi A5 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi A5 by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $409. Redmi A5 was $409 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (95/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 57 points (82/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.