Lava Shark 2 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Lava Shark 2 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 36/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Shark 2 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Shark 2
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Lava Shark 2 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 216g
- Overall rating 36/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2200
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Shark 2 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 46 points higher (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Shark 2 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.8×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Lava Shark 2
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Shark 2
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Shark 2
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Shark 2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (97/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Lava Shark 2 (75/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Shark 2 by 46 points (82/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Shark 2 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Lava Shark 2 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Shark 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lava Shark 2 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.