Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB vs vivo Y 21 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the vivo Y 21 256GB is cheaper by SAR 60 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (8 GB vs 4 GB)
  • Higher-resolution main camera (108 MP vs 50 MP)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 60
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (6,500 mAh vs 5,520 mAh)

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and battery capacity and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 8 GB4 GB
  • Screen size

    6.77 in6.68 in
  • Resolution

    1080 x 23921608 x 720

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
XiaomiSAR 990
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB specs
vivoSAR 930
vivo Y 21 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 990SAR 930
Memory (RAM)✓ 8 GB4 GB
ProcessorSnapdragon 6 Gen 3Dimensity 6300
Battery capacity5,520 mAh✓ 6,500 mAh
Wired charging—44 W
Main camera✓ 108 MP50 MP
Storage256 GB256 GB
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB and the vivo Y 21 256GB?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; vivo Y 21 256GB: Dimensity 6300. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB and the vivo Y 21 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in main camera between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB and the vivo Y 21 256GB?

Main camera is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB: 108 MP vs 50 MP on the vivo Y 21 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB and the vivo Y 21 256GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the vivo Y 21 256GB: 6,500 mAh vs 5,520 mAh on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.