ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL vs Vivo iQOO 15
The ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, 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 22/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 243,691); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL doesn't; the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL is noticeably lighter (160g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 215g
- Better portability (87/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 243691
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 295
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1037
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 64 points higher (86/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (94/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (85/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (87/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×76.3×7.7 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL
- 4000 mAh
- 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 Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL by 93.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (94/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL (85/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (87/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL by 64 points (86/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone Max (M2) ZB633KL over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.