Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Apple iPhone SE (2024) better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3013
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8638
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (94/100 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, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (78/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE (2024) | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- —
- Wired: 5W
- 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 (2024) and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 47.5% 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 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?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone SE (2024) — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE (2024) and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE (2024) over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.