Nubia Flip3 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Nubia Flip3 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400X, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $450 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4610); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 953,150); the Nubia Flip3 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Flip3
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Nubia Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $599
- Better portability (72/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4610 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Flip3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Nubia Flip3 — 32/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (85/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Flip3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Flip3 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400X | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1188x2790 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4610 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.0×76.0×7.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Flip3
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Flip3
- 6.9" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 1188x2790
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Flip3
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Flip3 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Nubia Flip3 by 74.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Nubia Flip3 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (94/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (99/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (85/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Flip3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Flip3 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nubia Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Flip3 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.