Huawei Nova 15 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Huawei Nova 15 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $499 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 62/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,033,121); the Huawei Nova 15 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Huawei Nova 15 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 216g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1033121
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 20 points higher (82/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 15 — 46/100, 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 Huawei Nova 15 (97/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1033121 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×75.5×7.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Huawei Nova 15 by 78.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (97/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (65/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 by 20 points (82/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Huawei Nova 15 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Huawei Nova 15 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.