OnePlus Nord 3 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,542,660); the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1542660
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (94/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 3 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1542660 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- 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 OnePlus Nord 3 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads OnePlus Nord 3 by 59.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus Nord 3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (94/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (85/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.