OnePlus Nord vs Vivo iQOO 15
The OnePlus Nord (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $399 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 44/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4115); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 597,974); the OnePlus Nord is noticeably lighter (184g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes OnePlus Nord better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $599
- Better portability (67/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4115 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 42 points higher (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 27/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord — 16/100, 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 OnePlus Nord (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (85/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (67/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4115 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×73.3×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 184 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $599 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord
- 4115 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- 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 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads OnePlus Nord by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. OnePlus Nord was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (94/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (85/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (67/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord by 42 points (86/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The OnePlus Nord has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 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.