Nothing Phone (3) vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 77/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5150); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,371,693); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3)
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 216g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2371693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2162
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6847
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5150 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 5 points higher (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3) — 68/100, 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 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (49/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3) | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2371693 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2162 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6847 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3) and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Nothing Phone (3) by 49.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (81/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (49/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Nothing Phone (3) by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (81/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.