Apple iPhone 15 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Apple iPhone 15 (2023) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 leads — 40/100 vs 31/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3349); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Apple iPhone 15 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 194g).
Apple iPhone 15
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Lighter: 171g vs 194g
- Higher performance (38/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 34/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 57/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3349 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 2/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Apple iPhone 15 scores 9 points higher (40/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 leads (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 leads (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (39/100 vs 2/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (39/100 vs 2/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1628541 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2630 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6744 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Apple iPhone 15
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Apple iPhone 15
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 15
- 3349 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (38/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (76/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 (39/100 vs 2/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (86/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 15 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 15 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 15 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 15 leads on performance (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 15 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.