Poco X5 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 48/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $499
- Better portability (66/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 34 points higher (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 X5 (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X5 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X5 (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (66/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 189 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco X5 by 87.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $254. Poco X5 was $254 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X5 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (65/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X5 (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (66/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 34 points (82/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 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.