Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 41/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $499
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 41 points higher (82/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco M3 Pro 5G — 42/100, 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 M3 Pro 5G (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.3×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M3 Pro 5G and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Poco M3 Pro 5G was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (97/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (65/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (75/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 41 points (82/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G 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.