Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1099 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 79/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,538,751).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3293
- Lighter: 206g vs 216g
- Better camera (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9988
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1099
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 3 points higher (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, 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 92/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 46.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Vivo iQOO 15T was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (94/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (75/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.