Oppo A9 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Oppo A9 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70, 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 28/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4020); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 303,398); the Oppo A9 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A9
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Oppo A9 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 303398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4020 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A9 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 58 points higher (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (94/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (99/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A9 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A9 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P70 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 303398 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4020 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×76.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A9
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Oppo A9
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A9
- 4020 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
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 A9 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Oppo A9 by 91.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A9
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (94/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (99/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (78/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (85/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A9 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A9 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A9 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Oppo A9 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A9 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A9 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A9 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.