Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $899 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 67/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 4383); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 1,626,008); the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is noticeably lighter (201g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Plus better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 225g
- Better camera (76/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 4383 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $548 vs $899
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 8 points higher (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus leads (76/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Plus — 46/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (76/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Plus | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4383 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
- 4383 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 15 Plus by 54.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $351. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra was $351 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (95/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (76/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Plus (80/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 15 Plus by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus leads on camera score (76/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Plus over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.