Realme 15 Lite vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme 15 Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $185 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 53/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 879,714); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15 Lite doesn't; the Realme 15 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 Lite
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme 15 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $499
- Better portability (72/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 Lite vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 29 points higher (82/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme 15 Lite — 70/100, 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 Realme 15 Lite (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 Lite | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×74.7×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 Lite and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme 15 Lite by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $314. Realme 15 Lite was $314 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (65/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (75/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite by 29 points (82/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 Lite and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme 15 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 Lite or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 Lite 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.