Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9210 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,010,104); the Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9210 vs 7000 mAh
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1010104
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3481
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 230g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1010104 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9210 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 9210 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 73.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (94/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.