Xiaomi Poco C65 vs Xiaomi Redmi 15a
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Poco C65
4category wins
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
4category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Xiaomi Poco C65
Faster chip
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
Faster charging
Xiaomi Poco C65
Higher-resolution camera
Xiaomi Poco C65
Better display
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
Lighter body
Xiaomi Poco C65
Best value for money
Xiaomi Redmi 15a
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.74 | 6.9 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1600 | 1600 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 720 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 600 | 800 |
| PPI | 260 | 254 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass | — |
| Screen-to-body | 83.7 | 84.3 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Chipset Name | Helio G85 | Unisoc T8300 |
| Process (nm) | 12 | 6 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HyperOS 2 | HyperOS 3 |
| OS Version | 13 | 16 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi 15a +110%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi 15a +42%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Redmi 15a +83%| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 419 | 880 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 1,461 | 2,073 |
| AnTuTu | 348,562 | 639,225 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Other | — | UFS 2.2 |
| Variants | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 3 | 1 |
| Lens | 0.08 MP | — |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) | — |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm, (wide) | 32 MP, f/2, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2 | 8 MP, f/2, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 6300 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | — |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 15 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic frame, plastic back | — |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 168 | 171.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| Other | — | Dust and splash resistant |
| Weight (g) | 192 | 210 |
| Width (mm) | 78 | 79.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2023, November 05 | 2026, March 27 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, November 06 | Available. Released 2026, April 03 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - International | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41 |
| 5G Bands | — | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio, recording | FM radio, recording |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 15a |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass |
| Other | — | Virtual proximity sensing |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Poco C65 and Xiaomi Redmi 15a are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Both phones sit in the same price band, so the choice comes down to specs and brand preference.
Xiaomi Redmi 15a packs a 6300 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Xiaomi Redmi 15a posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Xiaomi Poco C65 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 50 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
In the 30,000 to 60,000 DZD bracket, look for 5,000 mAh batteries, 120Hz screens, and at least 6 GB of RAM.
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