Honor 400 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Honor 400 Lite (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7025 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $249 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5230); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 668,462); the Honor 400 Lite is noticeably lighter (171g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 400 Lite
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Honor 400 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $599
- Better portability (84/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5230 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 35W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 400 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Honor 400 Lite — 58/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 significantly outperforms the Honor 400 Lite (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Honor 400 Lite (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor 400 Lite (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor 400 Lite (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 400 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (84/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 400 Lite | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5230 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×74.6×7.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Honor 400 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor 400 Lite
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 400 Lite
- 5230 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor 400 Lite and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Honor 400 Lite by 82.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Honor 400 Lite was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor 400 Lite (94/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Honor 400 Lite (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor 400 Lite (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor 400 Lite (85/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 400 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (84/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 400 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor 400 Lite by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 400 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Honor 400 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 400 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 400 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Honor 400 Lite 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.