Huawei Y9 (2018) vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Huawei Y9 (2018) (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 22/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei Y9 (2018) doesn't; the Huawei Y9 (2018) is noticeably lighter (170g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Y9 (2018)
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Huawei Y9 (2018) better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 216g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Y9 (2018) vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 60 points higher (82/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) (97/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) (65/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Y9 (2018) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (78/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Y9 (2018) | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo); EMUI 8 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.2×75.3×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Y9 (2018)
- Main: 16MP f/2.2
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Y9 (2018)
- 5.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Y9 (2018)
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei Y9 (2018)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) (97/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) (99/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) (65/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) (75/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Y9 (2018) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (78/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Y9 (2018) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Huawei Y9 (2018) by 60 points (82/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Y9 (2018) and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Huawei Y9 (2018) has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Y9 (2018) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Y9 (2018) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Y9 (2018) 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.