Motorola Moto G96 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Motorola Moto G96 (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $219 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 798,429); the Motorola Moto G96 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G96
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Motorola Moto G96 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $799
- Better portability (73/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 30W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G96 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G96 — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (73/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G96 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" pOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×73.3×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- 6.7" pOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G96
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G96 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Motorola Moto G96 by 82.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $580. Motorola Moto G96 was $580 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (99/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (92/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (73/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G96 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G96 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G96 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.