Poco X3 NFC vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Poco X3 NFC (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $230 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 47/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 531,656); the Vivo iQOO 15 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X3 NFC
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Poco X3 NFC better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $599
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X3 NFC vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 39 points higher (86/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco X3 NFC — 48/100, 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 X3 NFC (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (85/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X3 NFC | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 531656 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 752 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×76.8×9.4 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco X3 NFC
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X3 NFC
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X3 NFC
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 X3 NFC and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Poco X3 NFC by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $369. Poco X3 NFC was $369 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (94/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (78/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (85/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X3 NFC or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC by 39 points (86/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X3 NFC and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco X3 NFC has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X3 NFC or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X3 NFC or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco X3 NFC 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.