Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $429 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 52/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $499
- Better portability (91/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 30 points higher (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100, 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 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (75/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (91/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 10243 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 16 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 144 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 70.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (99/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (65/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (75/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (91/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 30 points (82/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.