Poco F8 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $729 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 86/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 3,651,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 94/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 3651476
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $729
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 3 points higher (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100, 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 Poco F8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3651476 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
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 F8 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Poco F8 Ultra by 2.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Vivo iQOO 15 was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 15 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.