Motorola Moto G Play 2026 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 40/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Motorola Moto G Play 2026 better?
- Lighter: 202g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $599
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 46 points higher (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G Play 2026 — 54/100, 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 Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G Play 2026 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- Main: 32MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Play 2026
- 5200 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
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Motorola Moto G Play 2026 by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Motorola Moto G Play 2026 was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 by 46 points (86/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Motorola Moto G Play 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play 2026 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.