HMD Aura 2 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The HMD Aura 2 (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, 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 20/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 153,667); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Aura 2 doesn't; the HMD Aura 2 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Aura 2
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes HMD Aura 2 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Aura 2 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 66 points higher (86/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 9/100). 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 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (94/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (99/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Aura 2 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 576x1280 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 Go | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 460 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×76.9×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
HMD Aura 2
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
HMD Aura 2
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 576x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Aura 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 HMD Aura 2 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads HMD Aura 2 by 95.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Aura 2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (94/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (99/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Aura 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Aura 2 by 66 points (86/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Aura 2 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The HMD Aura 2 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Aura 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Aura 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the HMD Aura 2 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.