Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Redmi 15a vs Xiaomi Redmi 15C 4G
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 15a and Xiaomi Redmi 15C 4G: 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 15a suits buyers who prioritize 5G, a larger battery and faster storage; the Redmi 15C 4G is the better fit for more RAM, more space and a 50 MP main camera. The overall gap is narrow: the 15a scores 5.0 and the 15C 4G 5.1.
The Redmi 15a pairs 6 GB of RAM with UFS 2.2 and reaches 908 and 2,221 in Geekbench 6 single-core and multi-core; the Redmi 15C 4G moves to 8 GB, 256 GB and eMMC 5.1, but records 420 and 1,391. The 15a also has Android 16 versus Android 15, an 800-nit display versus 660 nits and 5G; the 15C 4G answers with IP64 protection versus IP52.
The 15a has a 6,300 mAh battery versus 6,000 mAh and adds reverse charging, while the 15C 4G charges at 33 W versus 15 W. For photography, the 15C 4G has a 50 MP main camera, f/1.8 aperture and slow-motion video; the 15a offers 32 MP, but its pixels are 1.12 µm versus 0.64 µm. Both share a 6.9″ 120 Hz IPS LCD display, leaving the choice between connectivity and battery or camera, memory and faster charging.
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
The Xiaomi Redmi 15a is the better buy for buyers who prioritize 5G, its 6,300 mAh battery and UFS 2.2 storage.
Xiaomi Redmi 15C 4G
The Xiaomi Redmi 15C 4G is the better buy for buyers who prioritize its 50 MP main camera and 33 W charging.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.1 | 5.3 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.2 | 4.8 |
| Camera | 3.4 | 3.7 |
| Connectivity | 6.8 | 5.6 |
| Battery & charging | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Redmi 15a, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,300 mAh
- against 6,000 mAh
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.2
- against eMMC 5.1
- Peak Display Brightness
- 800 nits
- against 660 nits
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Reverse Charging
- against Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
Xiaomi Redmi 15C 4G, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 6 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Resistance Features
- IP64
- against IP52
- Fast Charge Power
- 33 W
- against 15 W
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 Best value | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz Best value | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 479,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 908 Best value | 420 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,221 Best value | 1,391 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 6 GB | 8 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | — |
Design
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Blue, Purple | Blue, Mint Green, Grey, Orange |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Body Height | 171.6 mm | 171.6 mm |
| Weight | 210 g | 205 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 84.3 % | 84.3 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Glass, Plastic, TPU |
| Resistance Features | IP52 | IP64 Best value |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | A |
| Repairability Class | — | C |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,300 mAh Best value | 6,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | — |
| Fast Charge Power | 15 W | 33 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Reverse Charging Best value | Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | — | 77 h |
Display
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits Best value | 660 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.9″ | 6.9″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 254 ppi | 254 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Gorilla Glass 3, Capacitive Touch |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Cooling System, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass |
Software
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 Best value | 15 |
| Google Services | Yes | — |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B3, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, LTE B28, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE bands unspecified |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB OTG, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR (EU) head | — | 0.85 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | — | 0.94 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | — | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 100 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE | Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | 25078RA3EA, 25078RA3EL, 25078RA3EY |
