Huawei nova Flip S vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Huawei nova Flip S (2025) runs on the Kirin 8030, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $700 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 57/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4440); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,146,138); the Huawei nova Flip S is noticeably lighter (195g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Flip S
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Huawei nova Flip S better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 216g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4440 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $700
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Flip S vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 25 points higher (82/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Huawei nova Flip S — 28/100, 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 Flip S (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Flip S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (73/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Flip S | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8030 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1136x2690 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4440 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.8×75.4×6.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1136x2690
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Flip S
- 4440 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Flip S and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Huawei nova Flip S by 75.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $201. Vivo iQOO 15T was $201 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (97/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (65/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (75/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Flip S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (73/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S by 25 points (82/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Flip S and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Huawei nova Flip S has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Flip S over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Huawei nova Flip S 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.