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Launch report · Xiaomi

Redmi 15 5G: A $179 5G with 7,000 mAh — the longest battery in the budget tier.

SpecEagle Editorial·Aug 2025·$179·Score 64/100

Redmi 15 5G ships a 7,000 mAh cell — class-leading at the sub-$200 tier — paired with a 144 Hz LCD and Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. Against Galaxy M06 5G (smaller battery, longer support) and Realme C75 (IP69 but 4G only), it wins on endurance.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.9" IPS LCD 144 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
Memory
6 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.8
Battery
7,000 mAh
Weight
215 g
What stands out
  • 7,000 mAh — class-leading 2-day battery.
  • 144 Hz LCD at $179.
  • 5G + Snapdragon 4 Gen 2.
  • 3.5 mm + microSD + stereo speakers.
What to watch
  • 215 g is heavy.
  • LCD only, no AMOLED.
  • 33 W charging is mid-tier.
  • HyperOS still has ads.
The phone it has to beat
Moto G85
$299 · score 74/100