Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Redmi 15a vs Xiaomi Redmi R70
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 15a and Xiaomi Redmi R70: 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 looking for Google Services, a 6300 mAh battery, and a 32 MP main camera; the Redmi R70 answers with 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB, and an f/1.8 aperture. The overall difference is tiny: 5.0 versus 5.1, so the choice rests on that combination.
The Redmi 15a has the practical edge in software and battery capacity: it includes Google Services and offers 6300 mAh, versus 6000 mAh in the Redmi R70. It also adds NFC and FM radio among its connectivity features. Both share 15 W fast charging, UFS 2.2 storage, and the Unisoc T8300 processor.
The Redmi R70 is better suited to storing apps and files, with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB versus 6 GB and 128 GB on the 15a. Its main camera drops to 13 MP versus 32 MP, but opens to f/1.8 versus f/2; the 15a remains the pick for higher resolution. Display and battery are broadly level overall, leaving price and availability to settle the choice.
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
The Xiaomi Redmi 15a is the better buy for buyers prioritizing Google Services, 6300 mAh, and a 32 MP main camera.
Xiaomi Redmi R70
The Xiaomi Redmi R70 is the better buy for buyers prioritizing 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Redmi 15a, ahead on Connectivity.
| Category | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| Camera | 3.4 | 3.5 |
| Connectivity | 6.8 | 6.4 |
| Battery & charging | 6.5 | 6.5 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Redmi 15a, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,300 mAh
- against 6,000 mAh
- Google Services
- Yes
- against No
Xiaomi Redmi R70, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 6 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc T8300 | Unisoc T8300 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 479,500 | 479,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 908 | 908 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,221 | 2,221 |
| 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-A78 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 6 GB | 8 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Blue, Purple | Black, Blue, Purple, White |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Body Width | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Body Height | 171.6 mm | 171.6 mm |
| Weight | 210 g | 210 g |
| Usable Surface | 84.3 % | 84.3 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP52 | IP52 |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,300 mAh Best value | 6,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Reverse Charging | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
Display
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| 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 | 254 ppi |
| 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 Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Cooling System, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint Sensor, Light Sensor, Cooling System, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
| Google Services | Yes Best value | No |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | 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 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 B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B9, 3G UMTS B19, 3G UMTS B21, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| 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 |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS Best value |
| 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, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi R70 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE, HID |
