Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 70/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3274); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 1,452,754); the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 216g).
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 187g vs 216g
- Better camera (83/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 1452754
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2972
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 7397
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3274 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 12 points higher (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (95/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1452754 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2972 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7397 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3274 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.6×70.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $499 |
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 3274 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro by 61.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo iQOO 15T was $500 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (95/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (75/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro leads on camera score (83/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.