Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Redmi 15a vs Xiaomi Redmi 15C 5G
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 15a and Xiaomi Redmi 15C 5G: 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 performance and battery: it delivers 479,500 AnTuTu points and 6300 mAh. The Redmi 15C 5G counters with 256 GB, IP64 protection, and 33 W charging, versus 128 GB, IP52, and 15 W on the 15a.
For performance, the Redmi 15a pairs 6 GB of RAM, UFS 2.2, and 479,500 AnTuTu points, while the Redmi 15C 5G has 4 GB, eMMC 5.1, and 409,000 points. Both use a 6.9″ IPS LCD at 120 Hz, but the 15C 5G adds Gorilla Glass 3 and IP64 protection instead of IP52.
The Redmi 15C 5G has the stronger main camera setup: 50 MP, f/1.8, and slow-motion video versus 32 MP, f/2, and no slow motion on the 15a; its front camera also leads 13 MP to 8 MP. The Redmi 15a answers with 6300 mAh versus 6000 mAh and reverse charging, while the 15C 5G charges at 33 W versus 15 W.
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
The Xiaomi Redmi 15a is the better buy for performance and battery priorities: 479,500 AnTuTu points and 6300 mAh.
Xiaomi Redmi 15C 5G
The Xiaomi Redmi 15C 5G is the better buy for more storage and faster charging: 256 GB and 33 W versus 128 GB and 15 W.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Redmi 15C 5G, ahead on Design & display.
| Category | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.1 | 5.5 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.2 | 4.0 |
| Camera | 3.4 | 3.7 |
| Connectivity | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| 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
- AnTuTu Score
- 479,500
- against 409,000
- RAM Capacity
- 6 GB
- against 4 GB
- Storage Type
- UFS 2.2
- against eMMC 5.1
Xiaomi Redmi 15C 5G, if you care about…
- 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 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 Best value | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.4 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 479,500 Best value | 409,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 908 Best value | 782 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,221 Best value | 2,012 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | 2x2.4 GHz ARM Cortex-A76 + 6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A55 |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 6 GB Best value | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Blue, Purple | Black, Purple, Green |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Body Width | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Body Height | 171.6 mm | 173.2 mm |
| Weight | 210 g Best value | 211 g |
| Usable Surface | 84.3 % Best value | 84 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Plastic, Glass |
| Resistance Features | IP52 | IP64 Best value |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | A |
| Repairability Class | — | C |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,300 mAh Best value | 6,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | 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, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
| Battery Endurance | — | 69 h |
Display
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 21:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits | 800 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 | 260 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | — | 1,500 :1 |
| 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 | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Gorilla Glass 3 |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Cooling System, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| 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 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 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 B28B, 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 n20, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | LTE, 5G |
| 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 | Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, EDR, HID, LE, LDAC, SBC, AAC |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-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, Computer Sync, Infrared, NFC, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR (EU) head | — | 0.987 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | — | 0.902 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | — | 3,300 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi 15C 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE | Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, EDR, HID, LE, LDAC, SBC, AAC |
