Apple iPhone 17 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 76/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 215g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 10 points higher (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (85/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- 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 17 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 42.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Vivo iQOO 15 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (85/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.