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Xiaomi Redmi 14C vs Xiaomi Redmi 15C vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 14C, Xiaomi Redmi 15C and Xiaomi Redmi 9C: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Xiaomi.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Xiaomi Redmi 15C is the most complete choice for battery, charging, and connectivity: it has 6000 mAh, 33 W, and 5G, versus 5160 mAh, 18 W, and LTE on the Redmi 14C. The Redmi 9C trails clearly and is only a sensible buy if it costs less.
The Redmi 15C also upgrades performance with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 and UFS 2.2 storage, while the Redmi 14C uses a MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra and eMMC 5.1. Its display is 6.9″ and 810 nits, against 6.88″ and 600 nits on the 14C; both retain 120 Hz. The Redmi 9C is more compact, with 6.53″, 60 Hz, and 400 nits.
The Redmi 14C and Redmi 15C both have a 50 MP main rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture, so it does not separate the choice. The Redmi 14C does suit selfie-focused buyers better with 13 MP versus 8 MP on the 15C, and it beats the Redmi 9C in Geekbench 6: 420 versus 189 single-core and 1,391 versus 810 multi-core.
Xiaomi Redmi 14C
The Xiaomi Redmi 15C is the better buy for anyone seeking 6000 mAh, 33 W charging, and 5G.
Xiaomi Redmi 9C
The Xiaomi Redmi 9C is only the better buy if it costs less; its lower weight does not offset its 5000 mAh battery and 10 W charging.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Redmi 15C, ahead on Performance & hardware, Connectivity and Battery & charging.
| Category | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.2 | 5.4 | 4.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.1 | 4.2 | 2.3 |
| Camera | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.0 |
| Connectivity | 6.2 | 6.8 | 4.6 |
| Battery & charging | 5.5 | 6.9 | 5.1 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Redmi 14C, if you care about…
- Geekbench 6 Single-Core
- 420
- against 189
- Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
- 1,391
- against 810
- Repairability Class
- B
- against C
Xiaomi Redmi 15C, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,000 mAh
- against 5,160 mAh · 5,000 mAh
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.2
- against eMMC 5.1 · eMMC 5.1
- Peak Display Brightness
- 810 nits
- against 600 nits · 400 nits
- Resistance Features
- IP64
- against IP5X
Xiaomi Redmi 9C, if you care about…
- Display Pixel Density
- 269 ppi
- against 260 ppi · 254 ppi
- Weight
- 196 g
- against 204 g · 211 g
- Max. upload speed
- 150 Mbps
- against 100 Mbps
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio G35 |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 Best value | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2 GHz | 2.4 GHz Best value | 2.3 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB Best value | 256 GB Best value | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 262,000 Best value | 262,000 Best value | 110,490 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 420 Best value | — | 189 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,391 Best value | — | 810 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A53 cores at 2.3 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB Best value | 8 GB Best value | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 | v8 |
Design
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Green, Silver, Blue, Purple | Black, Green, Purple, Blue, Orange | Grey, Yellow, Blue, Black, Orange |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm Best value | 8.2 mm Best value | 9 mm |
| Body Width | 77.8 mm | 81.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Body Height | 171.9 mm | 173.2 mm | 164.9 mm |
| Weight | 204 g | 211 g | 196 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 84 % Best value | 81.8 % | 81 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic, Glass | Plastic, Glass | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP5X | IP64 Best value | — |
| Drop Resistance Class | D | A Best value | — |
| Repairability Class | B Best value | C | — |
| Drop Test Count | 52 | 270 Best value | — |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | D | A Best value | — |
| Battery Capacity | 5,160 mAh | 6,000 mAh Best value | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 18 W | 33 W Best value | 10 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable Best value | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
| Battery Endurance | — | 69 h 38 min | — |
| Charge cycles | 500 | 1,000 Best value | — |
Display
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 600 nits | 810 nits Best value | 400 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.88″ | 6.9″ Best value | 6.53″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,640 px Best value | 1,600 px | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 260 ppi | 254 ppi | 269 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz Best value | 120 Hz Best value | 60 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | 1,500 :1 | 1,500 :1 |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Mohs Level 6, Water Drop Notch, 120Hz, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side | Rear |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Compass |
Software
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 15 | Android 10 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 15 Best value | 10 |
| OS Update Support | 5 years | 5 years | — |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 800, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 4G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Best value | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Best value | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Password Sharing, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou Best value | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, NFC, Infrared | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB Charging, Computer Sync, Infrared, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0 | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, FM Radio, microUSB, USB 2.0, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | — | — | 0.57 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | — | — | 0.9 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.987 W/kg | 0.99 W/kg | 0.37 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.902 W/kg Best value | 0.95 W/kg | 1.14 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 300 Mbps | — | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 100 Mbps | — | 150 Mbps Best value |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | — | — | 2 |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi 15C | Redmi 9C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | 2508CRN2BE, 2508CRN2BC, 2508CRN2BG | M2006C3MNG |
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