Oppo A96 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Oppo A96 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (), 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 49/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 592,015); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo A96 5G doesn't; the Oppo A96 5G is noticeably lighter (171g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A96 5G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Oppo A96 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 180Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 171g vs 215g
- Better portability (81/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 91/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A96 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 37 points higher (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A96 5G (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A96 5G (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A96 5G (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A96 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (81/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A96 5G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 () | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 180 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.8×73.2×7.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A96 5G
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Oppo A96 5G
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 180 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A96 5G
- 4500 mAh
- 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 A96 5G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Oppo A96 5G by 84.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A96 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A96 5G (94/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A96 5G (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A96 5G (85/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A96 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (81/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A96 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Oppo A96 5G by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A96 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Oppo A96 5G has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A96 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A96 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A96 5G 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.