Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3013
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 47.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (85/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.