HMD Key vs Vivo iQOO 15

The HMD Key (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, 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 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Key doesn't; the HMD Key is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Key by 64 points (86/100 vs 22/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

HMD Key

Performance —
Display 31
Camera 10
Battery 22
Portability 57
Value for money —

Vivo iQOO 15

Performance 94
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 85
Portability 48
Value for money 86

What makes HMD Key better?

  • Lighter: 185g vs 215g

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?

  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 31/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the HMD Key vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 64 points higher (86/100 vs 22/100). 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 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (99/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (85/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Key is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification HMD Key Vivo iQOO 15
Processor Unisoc SC9832E Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu — 3758268
Geekbench Single — 3013
Geekbench Multi — 9287
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 576x1280 1440x3168
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 8 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 2GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 460 nits 6000 nits
NFC no yes
Protection — 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 Key

  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera

Vivo iQOO 15

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

HMD Key

  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 576x1280
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
31
display

Vivo iQOO 15

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

HMD Key

  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery

Vivo iQOO 15

  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
85
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

HMD Key

Price unknown

Vivo iQOO 15

$599

Detailed category analysis

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (99/100 vs 31/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (78/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (85/100 vs 22/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the HMD Key is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the HMD Key or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the HMD Key by 64 points (86/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the HMD Key and the Vivo iQOO 15?

The HMD Key has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the HMD Key or the Vivo iQOO 15?

The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the HMD Key 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.