Poco C65 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $99 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 33/100 (a 53-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 348,562); the Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $599
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1031
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 53 points higher (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 25/100). 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 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 56/100, 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 Poco C65 (94/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 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 / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Poco C65 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Poco C65 by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Poco C65 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 53 points (86/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 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.