Apple iPhone Air vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 75/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3293
- Lighter: 165g vs 216g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9800
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 7 points higher (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (96/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 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 | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 165 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone Air by 46.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo iQOO 15T was $500 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 Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (75/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (96/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.