Apple iPhone 16 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 68/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3561); 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 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 216g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 14 points higher (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (79/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| 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 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 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
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone 16 by 58.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (75/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (79/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 16 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.