Poco M5 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $170 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 41/100 (a 45-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 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $599
- Better portability (49/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 45 points higher (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 43/100). 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 M5 — 50/100, 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 M5 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 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 | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 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 M5 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Poco M5 by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $429. Poco M5 was $429 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 45 points (86/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 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.