Realme 8i vs Redmi 15 5G
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Beebom Score
86
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", IPS LCD, 120Hz | 6.9", IPS LCD, 144Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP+2MP/16MP (Front) | 50MP+0.08MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 18W | 7000mAh, 33W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Software | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Space Black, Space Purple | Frosted White, Midnight Black, Sandy Purple. | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 09, 2021 | August 19, 2025 | ||
| Availability | September 14, 2021 | August 28, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹13,999 | ₹14,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi 15 5G
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.9 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2412 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 401 ppi | 374 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 600 nits | 850 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi 15 5G
| Weight | 194 grams | 217 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | - | IP64 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Loudspeaker | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material |
Processor
Winner:Realme 8i
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G96 | Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 619 |
Main Camera
Winner:Redmi 15 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 0.08 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Macro | Auxiliary | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | Auto Focus, Filter, HDR, LED Flash, Night Mode, Panorama, Panoramic, Portrait Mode, Slow Motion, Timelapse | HDR, LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | EIS | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Realme UI | Redmi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Beauty, AI Camera, AI Scene recognition | AI Erase, AI Sky |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Realme 8i
| Front Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | AI Beauty Mode, AI Scene Recognition, Filters, HdR, Night mode, Panoramic View, Portrait, Time Lapse | Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Redmi 15 5G
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Silicon Carbon | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 33 W |
Memory
Winner:Redmi 15 5G
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Redmi 15 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.1 | ||
| Positioning | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint Scanner (Side Mounted), Light Sensor, Magnetic Induction Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Virtual Proximity Sensor |
