Oppo A79 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Oppo A79 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6020, 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 42/100 (a 44-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 530,583); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo A79 doesn't; the Oppo A79 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A79
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Oppo A79 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 530583
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2032
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A79 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A79 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A79 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 530583 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2032 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, ColorOS 13.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 680 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IPX4 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.0×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A79
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Oppo A79
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A79
- 5000 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 Oppo A79 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Oppo A79 by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A79
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 (94/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A79 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A79 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A79 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A79 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Oppo A79 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A79 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A79 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A79 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.