Poco C65 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $99 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 33/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 348,562); the Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $499
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1031
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 49 points higher (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 56/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (97/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C65 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco C65 by 92.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Poco C65 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (97/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 49 points (82/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.