OnePlus 9 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $969 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,185,805); the OnePlus 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 216g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $969
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 57/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100, 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 OnePlus 9 Pro (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1185805 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3216x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $969 | $499 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 74.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Vivo iQOO 15T was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (97/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (75/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the OnePlus 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The OnePlus 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.