Poco M8s vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco M8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $189 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 51/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 617,626).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8s
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco M8s better?
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $499
- Overall rating 51/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 617626
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 938
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2183
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 216g vs 217g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8s vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 31 points higher (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 48/100). 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 58/100). Value score: Poco M8s — 66/100, 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 M8s (97/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco M8s (75/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8s | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 617626 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 938 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2183 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.4×80.4×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 217 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M8s
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8s
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8s and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco M8s by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $310. Poco M8s was $310 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (97/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco M8s (75/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco M8s by 31 points (82/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8s and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco M8s has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8s 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.