Huawei nova 5z vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Huawei nova 5z (2019) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 810, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 42/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 565,851); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 5z doesn't; the Huawei nova 5z is noticeably lighter (178g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 5z
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Huawei nova 5z better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 216g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 565851
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 797
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2120
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 5z vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 40 points higher (82/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (97/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 5z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (69/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 5z | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 565851 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 797 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2120 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.1×73.9×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 5z
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 5z
- 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 5z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 5z and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Huawei nova 5z by 88.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 5z
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (97/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (99/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (65/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (75/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 5z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (69/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 5z or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z by 40 points (82/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 5z and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Huawei nova 5z has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 5z or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 5z or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 5z 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.