Redmi K100 vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 72/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 3,047,741); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 3047741
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 197g vs 234g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Redmi K100 scores 1 points higher (73/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (62/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 3047741 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | — | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 8.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (62/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K100 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 72/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.