Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 CN vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Special
Comparison between Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 CN and Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Special: 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 Note 15 CN suits buyers who value a sharper display and IP68 protection, while the Special is the better fit for more storage, expansion and a higher-resolution front camera. The overall result is close: 6.0 versus 6.1.
The CN has 405 ppi versus 388 ppi, above common levels, and IP68 protection; the Special combines MIL-STD-810H with IP66. Both provide 5,800 mAh, 45W charging and 3,200 nits, so the CN has the edge in display sharpness and resistance.
The Special offers 256GB versus 128GB, supports expandable storage and uses 89.7% of its front surface versus 87% on the CN. Its front camera is 20MP versus 8MP; the CN adds NFC, while the Special has an infrared feature.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 CN
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 CN is the better buy for buyers prioritizing 405 ppi and IP68 protection.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Special
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Special is the better buy for 256GB of storage, expansion and a 20MP front camera.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.4 | 7.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.5 | 6.8 |
| Camera | 3.7 | 4.0 |
| Connectivity | 6.3 | 5.6 |
| Battery & charging | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 CN, if you care about…
- Display Pixel Density
- 405 ppi
- against 388 ppi
- Resistance Features
- IP68
- against MIL-STD-810H, IP66
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Special, if you care about…
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Usable Surface
- 89.7 %
- against 87 %
- Expandable Storage
- Yes
- against No
- Body Materials
- Glass, Plastic, Leather
- against Plastic
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 710 | Qualcomm Adreno 710 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 550,000 | — |
| CPU Description | 4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 + 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55 | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | — |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | — |
| Expandable Storage | No | Yes Best value |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | — |
Design
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Blue, Green | Red, Black, White |
| Body Width | 75.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Body Height | 164 mm | 164 mm |
| Weight | 178 g | — |
| Usable Surface | 87 % | 89.7 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Glass, Plastic, Leather Best value |
| Resistance Features | IP68 Best value | MIL-STD-810H, IP66 |
| Waterproof Depth | — | 1.7 m |
| Repairability Class | C | — |
Battery
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | — |
| Battery Capacity | 5,800 mAh | 5,800 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | — |
Display
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 3,200 nits | 3,200 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.77″ | 6.77″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,400 px Best value | 2,392 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 405 ppi Best value | 388 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 480 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 5,000,000 :1 | — |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, 1920Hz PWM, HDR10+, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, Dual-Edge Display, Gorilla Glass 5, Dragontrail Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | 3840Hz PWM, 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Cooling System, Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass |
Software
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | — | Android 15 |
| OS Family | — | Android |
| OS Version | — | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 5 years | — |
| Google Services | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G CDMA BC0, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 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 n41, 5G NR n48, 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 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, LTE B28, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, UMTS, CDMA, 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 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, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, LDAC, AAC | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, QZSS, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | Computer Sync, NFC, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C | Virtual Proximity Sensing, Infrared, USB Type-C, USB OTG |
| USB Version | — | USB 2.0 |
Audio
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 CN | Redmi Note 15 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE, LDAC, AAC | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio |
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