Nubia Air vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $199 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 51/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $499
- Better portability (90/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 31 points higher (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, 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 Nubia Air (97/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Nubia Air (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Nubia Air (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (90/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 172 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Nubia Air by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Nubia Air was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (97/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Nubia Air (99/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (65/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Nubia Air (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (90/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 31 points (82/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air 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.