HMD Key vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The HMD Key (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 22/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Key doesn't; the HMD Key is noticeably lighter (185g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Key
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes HMD Key better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 216g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Key vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 60 points higher (82/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Key (99/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Key (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Key (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Key is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Key | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 576x1280 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 460 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×76.9×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
HMD Key
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
HMD Key
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 576x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Key
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Key
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Key (99/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Key (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Key (75/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Key is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Key or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Key by 60 points (82/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Key and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The HMD Key has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Key or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Key over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.