Redmi Note 9S vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 39/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 517,460); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9S
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $499
- Overall rating 39/100
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
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9S vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 43 points higher (82/100 vs 39/100). 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 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi Note 9S — 38/100, 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 9S (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9S | 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 | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 9S and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi Note 9S by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Redmi Note 9S was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (99/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (65/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 43 points (82/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9S and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Note 9S has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9S 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.