Poco F3 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $370 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 54/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 998,482); the Poco F3 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco F3 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $499
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 998482
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 28 points higher (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco F3 — 40/100, 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 F3 (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco F3 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco F3 (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F3 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 998482 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4520 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco F3
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco F3
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F3
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F3 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco F3 by 78.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $129. Poco F3 was $129 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (97/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco F3 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco F3 (65/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (75/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 28 points (82/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.