Poco M5 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $170 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 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 554,590); the Poco M5 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $499
- Better portability (49/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- 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 43/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 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 43/100). 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 M5 — 50/100, 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 M5 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 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 | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco M5 by 88.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $329. Poco M5 was $329 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 41 points (82/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 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.