Vivo V21 5G vs Redmi Note 15
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 800U | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.44", AMOLED, 90Hz | 6.77", AMOLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 64MP+8MP+2MP/44MP (Front) | 108MP+8MP/20MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 4000mAh, 33W | 5520mAh, 45W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Main Camera | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Sunset Dazzle, Dusk Blue, Arctic White | Glacier Blue, Black, Mist Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | April 27, 2021 | January 06, 2026 | ||
| Availability | May 06, 2021 | January 09, 2026 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹29,990 | ₹22,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi Note 15
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.44 inches | 6.77 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2392 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 409 ppi | 388 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 3200 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi Note 15
| Weight | 177 grams | 178 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | Double-Reinforced Glass | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | IP65/66 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | |||
| Build Quality | MIL-STD-810H |
Processor
Winner:Redmi Note 15
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 800U | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC3 | Adreno 710 |
Main Camera
Winner:Vivo V21 5G
| Camera Resolution | 64 MP | 108 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Features | HDR, LED flash, Night, Super Macro | HDR, LED Fash, Slow Motion | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | EIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, OIS |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Vivo Funtouch | Redmi HyperOS | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera, AI Night Portrait | AI Beauty, AI Erase, AI Reflection Remover, AI Sky, Circle to Search with Google, Google Gemini | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year(s) |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Vivo V21 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 44 MP | 20 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Dual--view Video, Eye Auto Focus, Filters, Night, Portrait | AI Face Unlock | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Redmi Note 15
| Capacity | 4000 mAh | 5520 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Silicon Carbon | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 33 W | 45 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Vivo V21 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 (B1I+B1c), Galileo(E1), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1) | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Gyroscope, IR Blaster, Virtual Proximity Sensor |
