Honor 9 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 15/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9 Lite
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Honor 9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $499
- Better portability (88/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 67 points higher (82/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor 9 Lite — 0/100, 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 Honor 9 Lite (97/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (65/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (88/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 149 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Honor 9 Lite was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (97/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (65/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (88/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 67 points (82/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite 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.