Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3293
- Lighter: 199g vs 216g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (61/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 58.1% 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 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (65/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (75/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (61/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Plus — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.