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Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.9 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 0.08 MP

Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB)
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

90%

6.1

Technical score

10%

7.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 70% of smartphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

25%

5.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

4.7

Display

15%

7.4

Battery

10%

8.3

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

5.2

Audio

3%

5.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 69%
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

6.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 90%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

25%

5.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

4.7

Display

15%

7.4

Battery

10%

8.3

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

5.2

Audio

3%

5.9

Design

6.1
User score
User score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

6.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 63% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.8 points, which is higher than 62.8% of smartphones.
6.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.3
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor model which is slower than processors in 59.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 4.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15 (HyperOS 2)
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 0.08 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 0.08 MP which is lower than that of 70.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/3.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/3.0 which is narrower than that of 70.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
2 nano-SIMs + 1 microSD card slot (dedicated slot, not hybrid)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.9 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.9 inches which is larger than the screens of 93.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1600 px which is lower than that of 87.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
254 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 254 ppi which is lower than that of 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 73.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 6.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
60 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 60 min which is faster than 52% of smartphones and equal to the time of 6.1% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
173.16 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 173.16 mm which is taller than 93.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
81.07 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 81.07 mm which is wider than 90.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
211 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 211 g which is heavier than 74% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
112,104 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 112,104 cm³ which is larger than 83.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 51.4% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1190 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,190 min vs 786 min
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Gemini, AI Face Unlock, Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Selfie Beauty Mode
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2.0 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Gemini, AI Face Unlock, Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Selfie Beauty Mode
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    2
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 51.4% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1190 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,190 min vs 786 min
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    December 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/3.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 35.7% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (254 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 12.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.11 vs 8.000).
    7.11 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 49.7% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (474 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    474 vs 942
  • 51.2% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2000 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,000 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 18.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (8,744 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    8,744 vs 10,783
  • 37.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,591 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,591 vs 2,533
  • Lacks NX Bit security
    This smartphone does not support NX Bit, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones support NX Bit.
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 65.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (421 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    421 vs 1,226
  • 75% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (64 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    64 vs 256
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/3.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 0.08 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 0.08 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This smartphone does not offer manual exposure control, the average smartphone does. 94% of smartphones have manual exposure.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • 1 fewer external displays supported
    This smartphone supports fewer external displays than the average smartphone (0 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    0 vs 1
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 35.7% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (254 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    254 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (1200:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    1,200:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 190 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (810 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    810 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 5.07 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (81.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    81.07 mm vs 76 mm
  • 9.56 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (173.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    173.16 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 7.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (211 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    211 g vs 196.2 g
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP64 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP64 vs IP67
  • 14.6% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (112104 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    112,104 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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Xiaomi Redmi 15C 5G quick review: Should you buy this entry-level phone?

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What we like about Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB)

  • Massive 6,000 mAh battery offers excellent, long-lasting endurance, often lasting up to two days with light use.
  • Large 6.9-inch display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate is great for media consumption and scrolling.
  • Performance with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset is sufficient for everyday tasks, social media, and casual gaming.
  • Premium-looking design and solid build quality with IP64 dust and splash resistance are appreciated for the price point.
  • Inclusion of a 33W fast charger in the box and a 3.5mm headphone jack are seen as major advantages.
  • Good connectivity, including 5G support and a reliable side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Redmi 15c 5G (4GB + 256GB)

  • Display has a low HD+ resolution which lacks sharpness on a large screen and thick bezels make it look dated.
  • Software experience is hindered by significant bloatware (pre-installed apps) and occasional system-level ads.
  • Camera performance is average; photos can lack detail in low light, appear washed out, and video stabilization is poor.
  • The entry-level processor struggles with heavy gaming and intensive applications, leading to stutters and heating.
  • Single bottom-firing speaker is functional but offers limited sound quality.
  • Outdoor screen visibility is weak under direct sunlight.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi 15C 5G (4GB + 256GB) is a budget-friendly smartphone featuring a large 6.9-inch HD+ LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and IP64 dust and water resistance. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and running on Android 15 with HyperOS 2, this configuration provides a significant 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage alongside a massive 6,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. Its primary camera setup includes a 50MP AI dual system on the rear and an 8MP front sensor for selfies. The device's main pros are its exceptional battery endurance, large immersive screen for media, and the inclusion of future-ready 5G connectivity at an accessible price point. However, notable cons include the relatively low HD+ (720p) resolution for such a large display, a dated waterdrop notch design, and a software experience that often includes pre-installed bloatware and ads.Would you like to compare this model's performance benchmarks or camera quality against other budget 5G alternatives available in 2026?

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