Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $899 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 67/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4383); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,626,008); the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is noticeably lighter (201g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Plus better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 216g
- Better camera (76/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4383 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $899
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 15 points higher (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus leads (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Plus — 46/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (97/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Plus | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4383 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- 4383 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone 15 Plus by 65.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Vivo iQOO 15T was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (97/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (75/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 Plus — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus leads on camera score (76/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Plus over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.