Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo iQOO 15

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $250 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 77/100 vs 54/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 2,809,170).

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 23 points (77/100 vs 54/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO 15
Performance 78
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 77
Design 31
Value for money 69
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
  • Lighter: 204g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $599

  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 2809170
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1553
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 6403
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (78/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (74/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 23 points higher (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (93/100 vs 69/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO 15: The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Vivo iQOO 15
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2809170 3740528
Geekbench Single 1553 3050
Geekbench Multi 6403 9300
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7560 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 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 6000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm
Weight 204 g 215 g
Price $250 $599
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO 15
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
74
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO 15
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Vivo iQOO 15
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
77/100 +24.9%
3740528 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 24.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Vivo iQOO 15
$599

Price difference: $349. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $349.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (78/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (74/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (93/100 vs 69/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 23 points (77/100 vs 54/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 77/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (74/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (78/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.