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Xiaomi Redmi 15C vs Xiaomi Redmi 15R 5G
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 15C and Xiaomi Redmi 15R 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 15C is the more complete choice for buyers who want memory, camera and battery features: it has 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB and reverse charging, while the Redmi 15R 5G has 4 GB and 128 GB. The Redmi 15R 5G is the better fit only for performance-first buyers, scoring 415,000 against the 15C’s 262,000.
The Redmi 15C has the higher display contrast ratio, 1,500 :1 versus 1,200 :1, while both phones offer a 6.9-inch IPS LCD display at 120Hz. The 15C also retains Google services, which the 15R 5G lacks. Its 256 GB of storage sits close to the market average; the 15R 5G’s 128 GB leaves less room.
The main camera clearly favors the Redmi 15C: 50 MP versus 13 MP, with 120 fps versus 60 fps for slow motion. Both share a 6,000 mAh battery and 33W fast charging, but only the 15C adds reverse charging. The Redmi 15R 5G remains the performance-focused alternative; otherwise, the 15C is the more balanced buy.
Xiaomi Redmi 15C
The Xiaomi Redmi 15C is the better buy for more memory and camera hardware: 256 GB, 8 GB of RAM and 50 MP.
Xiaomi Redmi 15R 5G
The Xiaomi Redmi 15R 5G is the better buy for performance-focused buyers, with 415,000 points versus 262,000 for the Redmi 15C.
The verdict
Your pick: Xiaomi Redmi 15C, ahead on Battery & charging.
| Category | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.4 | 5.7 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.2 | 4.5 |
| Camera | 3.7 | 3.5 |
| Connectivity | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Battery & charging | 6.9 | 6.3 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Redmi 15C, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 4 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable
- against Fast Charging, Non-Removable
- Display Contrast Ratio
- 1,500 :1
- against 1,200 :1
Xiaomi Redmi 15R 5G, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 415,000
- against 262,000
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| 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 | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB Best value | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 262,000 | 415,000 Best value |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | 2×2.4 GHz ARM Cortex-A76 + 6×2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A55 |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB Best value | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Green, Purple, Blue, Orange | Black, Silver, Purple, Green |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Body Height | 173.2 mm | 171.6 mm |
| Weight | 211 g | 205 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 81.8 % | 83 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Plastic, Glass | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP64 | IP64 |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | — |
| Repairability Class | C | — |
| Drop Test Count | 270 | — |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A | — |
| Battery Capacity | 6,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 33 W | 33 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable Best value | Fast Charging, Non-Removable |
| Battery Endurance | 69 h 38 min | — |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | — |
Display
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 810 nits Best value | 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 Best value | 1,200 :1 |
| Display Features | 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, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, 120Hz, DCI-P3, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Cooling System, Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 5 years | — |
| Google Services | Yes Best value | No |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 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 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 CDMA BC0, 2G CDMA B3, 2G CDMA B5, 2G CDMA B8, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B6, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B19, 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 n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | UMTS, CDMA, 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 | 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, aptX, LDAC, SBC, AAC |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | 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, Computer Sync, Infrared, NFC, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.99 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.95 W/kg | — |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE, aptX, LDAC, SBC, AAC |
Technical
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Redmi 15R 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | 2508CRN2BE, 2508CRN2BC, 2508CRN2BG | — |
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