Nokia 8.1 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 27/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 417,439); the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $499
- Better portability (72/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 417439
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1320
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 55 points higher (82/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8.1 — 0/100, 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 Nokia 8.1 (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8.1 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 417439 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 431 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1320 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2246x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 180 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2246x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8.1 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Nokia 8.1 by 91.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Nokia 8.1 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (97/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (65/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (75/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 55 points (82/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 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.