HMD Skyline vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The HMD Skyline (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 798,429); the HMD Skyline is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Skyline
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes HMD Skyline better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Skyline vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the HMD Skyline are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Skyline | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.8×76.0×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
HMD Skyline
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
HMD Skyline
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Skyline
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Skyline and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads HMD Skyline by 82.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Skyline
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (99/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the HMD Skyline are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (92/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Skyline or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Skyline and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The HMD Skyline has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the HMD Skyline or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the HMD Skyline 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.