Poco M5s vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $210 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 46/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $499
- Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 36 points higher (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 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 M5s (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (99/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco M5s (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco M5s (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (68/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 179 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco M5s by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $289. Poco M5s was $289 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (97/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (99/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco M5s (65/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco M5s (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (68/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 36 points (82/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s 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.