Nothing Phone (2) vs Vivo iQOO 15T

The Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $599 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 75/100 vs 44/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 1,436,722); the Nothing Phone (2) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) by 31 points (75/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2)
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 38
Design 48
Value for money 69
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 74
Design 30
Value for money 75
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 216g

  • Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 1436722
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1500
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4200
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $499 vs $599

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 54/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2) vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 31 points higher (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (82/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (82/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).

Nothing Phone (2): The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2) Vivo iQOO 15T
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1436722 3815522
Geekbench Single 1500 3228
Geekbench Multi 4200 9553
Display 6.7" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1080 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm
Weight 201 g 216 g
Price $599 $499
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
battery
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (2) and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (2) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
44/100
1436722 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15T MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100 +62.3%
3815522 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15T leads Nothing Phone (2) by 62.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499

Price difference: $100. Vivo iQOO 15T is cheaper by $100.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (82/100 vs 18/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (74/100 vs 38/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (48/100 vs 30/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) by 31 points (75/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2) and the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Nothing Phone (2) has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 54/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (82/100 vs 18/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2) over the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.