Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone SE (2024) better?
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8638
- Faster charging: 120W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (78/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE (2024) | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- —
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE (2024) and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 57.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (78/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE (2024) and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE (2024) over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.