Redmi A7 vs Vivo iQOO 15T

The Redmi A7 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $99 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 34/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A7 doesn't; the Redmi A7 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 by 48 points (82/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A7
Performance 32
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 48
Portability 60
Value for money 52
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 95
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 90
What makes Redmi A7 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 216g
  • Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $499

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 600
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1800
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A7 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 48 points higher (82/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 32/100). 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 48/100). Value score: Redmi A7 — 52/100, 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 A7 (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi A7 (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).

Redmi A7: The Redmi A7 is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A7 Vivo iQOO 15T
Processor Unisoc T7250 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3815522
Geekbench Single 600 3228
Geekbench Multi 1800 9553
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1640x720 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 15W 100W
Main camera 13 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 171.8×79.8×8.3 mm
Weight 193 g 216 g
Launch price $99 $499
Camera comparison
Redmi A7
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A7
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1640x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A7
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A7
$99
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499

Launch price difference: $400. Redmi A7 was $400 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (95/100 vs 32/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (99/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (65/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi A7 (75/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A7 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 by 48 points (82/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A7 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Redmi A7 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A7 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A7 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A7 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Redmi A7 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.