Honor 9 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Honor 9 (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 960, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $400 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 25/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3200); the main camera is 20 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 366,515); the Honor 9 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Honor 9 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $499
- Better portability (88/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 366515
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 403
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1147
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3200 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 20MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 28/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 57 points higher (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Honor 9 — 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 (97/100 vs 28/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (88/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 960 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 366515 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 403 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1147 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3200 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 20 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.3×70.9×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 155 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9
- Main: 20MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor 9
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9
- 3200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor 9 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Honor 9 by 92.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Honor 9 was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (97/100 vs 28/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (65/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (75/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (88/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 9 by 57 points (82/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Honor 9 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 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.