Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1199 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 82/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,434,654).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 10402
- Lighter: 211g vs 216g
- Better camera (97/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3434654
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 2 points higher (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| 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 / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 211 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro by 27.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Vivo iQOO 15T was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
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 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (97/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (75/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.