Redmi Note 15 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Redmi Note 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 15 leads — 33/100 vs 31/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5520); the Redmi Note 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Redmi Note 15 is thinner (7.4mm vs 9.2mm).
Redmi Note 15
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 193g vs 203g
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Redmi Note 15 scores 2 points higher (33/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 15 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 15 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 27/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (94/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 824514 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2920 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $229 | — |
Redmi Note 15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 15
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 15 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 27/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (94/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Redmi Note 15 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Redmi Note 15 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Redmi Note 15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.