ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate vs Vivo iQOO 15
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,135,878); the Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 215g vs 238g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1299
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate — 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 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (48/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 18GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $599 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
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 ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate by 69.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Vivo iQOO 15 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (94/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (85/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (48/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate 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.