Nubia Red Magic 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Nubia Red Magic 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $579 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 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 978,910); the Vivo iQOO 15 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.8mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 5G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Nubia Red Magic 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $579 vs $599
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 978910
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 55W
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 5G 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 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Nubia Red Magic 5G — 24/100, 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 Red Magic 5G (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (48/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 5G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 978910 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 55W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×78.0×9.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $579 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- 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 Red Magic 5G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Nubia Red Magic 5G by 74.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Nubia Red Magic 5G was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (94/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (78/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (85/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (48/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nubia Red Magic 5G has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 5G 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.