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; estimated prices are $449 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 75/100 vs 8/100 (a 67-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 (3,815,522 vs 417,439); the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 67 points (75/100 vs 8/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 79
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 74
Design 30
Value for money 75
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 216g
  • Cheaper: $449 vs $499

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 417439
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 431
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 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 (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 4/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 67 points higher (75/100 vs 8/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (63/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (63/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Nokia 8.1: The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8.1 Vivo iQOO 15T
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 417439 3815522
Geekbench Single 431 3228
Geekbench Multi 1320 9553
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
Price $449 $499
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
4
camera
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2246x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8.1 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8.1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
8/100
417439 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15T MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100 +89.1%
3815522 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15T leads Nokia 8.1 by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8.1
$449
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499

Price difference: $50. Nokia 8.1 is cheaper by $50.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (63/100 vs 4/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (74/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (75/100 vs 30/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

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 67 points (75/100 vs 8/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 4/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.