Motorola Moto G96 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Motorola Moto G96 (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $219 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 55/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 798,429); the Motorola Moto G96 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G96
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Motorola Moto G96 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $499
- Better portability (73/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G96 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 27 points higher (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 53/100). 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 51/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G96 — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (73/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G96 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" pOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×73.3×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- 6.7" pOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G96 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Motorola Moto G96 by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Motorola Moto G96 was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (97/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (65/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (75/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (73/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 by 27 points (82/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G96 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Motorola Moto G96 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G96 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.