Apple iPhone 15 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 15 (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $799 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 3349); 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 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 15 better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 225g
- Better camera (76/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (78/100 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 3349 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $548 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 leads (76/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 — 44/100, 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 (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 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 (80/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (78/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 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 | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15
- 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
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- 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
- 3349 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 15 by 54.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $251. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra was $251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (95/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 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 (80/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (78/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 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 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 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.