Realme 15 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme 15 Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $185 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 53/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 879,714); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15 Lite doesn't; the Realme 15 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 Lite
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme 15 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $599
- Better portability (72/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 33 points higher (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme 15 Lite — 70/100, 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 Realme 15 Lite (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 Lite | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×74.7×7.6 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- 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 Realme 15 Lite and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme 15 Lite by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $414. Realme 15 Lite was $414 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (94/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (85/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite by 33 points (86/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme 15 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 Lite 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.