Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $270 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 41/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $499
- Better portability (45/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5020 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 41 points higher (82/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi Note 9 Pro — 28/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 209 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 9 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (65/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (75/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 41 points (82/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.