Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $250 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 66/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7560); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,112,047).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $499
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7560 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 16 points higher (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, 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 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 55.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Redmi Turbo 5 was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.