Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G

Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 vs MediaTek Dimensity 7400-Ultra, 50MP vs…

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Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G

$369

5categories won

11 categories tied · 18 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G proves superior overall against the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G. Choose the Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryRedmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G

Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G takes battery honors offering 6,200 mAh alongside 120W charging.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraRedmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G

Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G takes photography with 200MP optics.

🏷️ ValueTie

Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $369.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G vs Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Specification	Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G	Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Screen size	6.67"	6.67"
Resolution	1220 x 2712	1220 x 2712
Pixel density	446 ppi	—
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	3000 nits	3200 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Specification	Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G	Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3	MediaTek Dimensity 7400-Ultra
Process node	4 nm	4 nm
AnTuTu score	2,400,000	—
Geekbench multi	8900	—
Maximum RAM	16 GB	16 GB
Maximum storage	512GB	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Specification	Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G	Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Main sensor	50 MP	200 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3	3
Ultrawide	12 MPWinner	8 MP
Selfie camera	16 MP	32 MPWinner
Max video	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps	—

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Specification	Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G	Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Capacity	6,200 mAh	6,200 mAh
Wired charging	45 W	120 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 WWinner	No

Design

Design comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Specification	Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G	Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Weight	204 g	204 g
Thickness	8.6 mm	8.4 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68 / IP69
Build	Curved glass back, high-strength composite frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front	—

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Specification	Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G	Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Operating system	Android 15	Android 16
OS updates	3 years	3 years
Security updates	3 years	4 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
Specification	Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G	Redmi Note 16 Pro+ 5G
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 6E
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$369	$369