Redmi Note 15 vs Vivo X300s
The Redmi Note 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $229 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5520); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 825,374); the Redmi Note 15 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15
Vivo X300s
What makes Redmi Note 15 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $723
- Better portability (79/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 825374
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi Note 15 — 68/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (79/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 825374 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $229 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 15
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 15 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Redmi Note 15 by 77.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $494. Redmi Note 15 was $494 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (95/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (94/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (83/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (79/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 and the Vivo X300s?
The Redmi Note 15 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.