Lava Bold N4 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Lava Bold N4 Pro (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $158 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N4 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Lava Bold N4 Pro better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $158 vs $599
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N4 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Lava Bold N4 Pro — 56/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N4 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N4 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $158 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $441. Lava Bold N4 Pro was $441 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (94/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (85/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N4 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N4 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Lava Bold N4 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N4 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.