Honor X7a vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Honor X7a (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G37, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 30/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 215,798); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X7a doesn't; the Honor X7a is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X7a
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Honor X7a better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 215798
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 198
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 868
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X7a vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 56 points higher (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a (94/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a (99/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X7a is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X7a | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G37 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 215798 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 198 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 868 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" TFT LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.5×76.9×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Honor X7a
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor X7a
- 6.8" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X7a
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- 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 X7a and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Honor X7a by 94.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X7a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a (94/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a (99/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a (85/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X7a is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X7a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X7a by 56 points (86/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X7a and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Honor X7a has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X7a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X7a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Honor X7a 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.