Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $270 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 41/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $599
- Overall rating 41/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5020 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 45 points higher (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi Note 9 Pro — 28/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Redmi Note 9 Pro are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- 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 9 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $329. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $329 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Redmi Note 9 Pro are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 45 points (86/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9 Pro 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 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.