Realme C35 vs Vivo iQOO 15T

The Realme C35 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T616, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 33/100 (a 49-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 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C35 doesn't; the Realme C35 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 by 49 points (82/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C35
Performance 19
Display 57
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 64
Value for money
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 95
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 90
What makes Realme C35 better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 216g

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 400
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1350
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C35 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 49 points higher (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (99/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C35 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).

Realme C35: The Realme C35 is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C35 Vivo iQOO 15T
Processor Unisoc Tiger T616 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3815522
Geekbench Single 400 3228
Geekbench Multi 1350 9553
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 1440x3168
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.4×75.6×8.1 mm
Weight 189 g 216 g
Launch price $499
Camera comparison
Realme C35
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera
Display comparison
Realme C35
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Realme C35
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C35
Price unknown
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (95/100 vs 19/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (99/100 vs 57/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (65/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (75/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C35 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C35 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme C35 by 49 points (82/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Realme C35 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Realme C35 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C35 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme C35 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 19/100).

Should you choose the Realme C35 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Realme C35 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.