Poco X5 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $245 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $599
- Better portability (66/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 X5 (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (66/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 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 X5 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Poco X5 by 84.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $354. Poco X5 was $354 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (66/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 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.