HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T615, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $189 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 36/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 5000); the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is noticeably lighter (198g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes HMD Pulse 2 Pro better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $799
- Better portability (57/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 380
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1300
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 53 points higher (89/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). Value score: HMD Pulse 2 Pro — 36/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (99/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (57/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse 2 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T615 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 380 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1300 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $799 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $610. HMD Pulse 2 Pro was $610 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (99/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (92/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (57/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro by 53 points (89/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse 2 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse 2 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.