Realme 15 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme 15 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300+, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $249 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 62/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 879,714); the Realme 15 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme 15 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $499
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (74/100 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 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 20 points higher (82/100 vs 62/100). 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 44/100). Value score: Realme 15 — 74/100, 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 (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 15 (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (74/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 185 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme 15 by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Realme 15 was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme 15 (65/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 15 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (74/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme 15 by 20 points (82/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme 15 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme 15 is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.