HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T615, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $189 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 36/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is noticeably lighter (198g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes HMD Pulse 2 Pro better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $499
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 380
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1300
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 46 points higher (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). Value score: HMD Pulse 2 Pro — 36/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (97/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse 2 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T615 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 380 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1300 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $499 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $310. HMD Pulse 2 Pro was $310 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (97/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (65/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro by 46 points (82/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse 2 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse 2 Pro 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.