Lava Bold 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Lava Bold 5G (2025) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 49/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 528,398); the Lava Bold 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold 5G
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Lava Bold 5G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 216g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 33 points higher (82/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 43/100). 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 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold 5G | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×73.8×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold 5G and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Lava Bold 5G by 88.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Lava Bold 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (65/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Bold 5G by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Lava Bold 5G has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold 5G 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.