Honor X9b vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Honor X9b (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 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 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5800); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 737,054); the Honor X9b is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X9b
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Honor X9b better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 35W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X9b vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 52/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Honor X9b (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X9b notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X9b | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2652 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 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 / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Magic OS 7.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.5×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Honor X9b
- 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 X9b
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1220x2652
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X9b
- 5800 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 X9b and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Honor X9b by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X9b
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (94/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Honor X9b (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X9b notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (68/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X9b or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Honor X9b by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X9b and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Honor X9b has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X9b or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X9b or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Honor X9b 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.