Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $429 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 52/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $599
- Better portability (91/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 34 points higher (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100, 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 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (85/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (91/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 9287 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
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 SE 2022 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 62.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (94/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (85/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (91/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 34 points (86/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.