Realme Narzo 50 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme Narzo 50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-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 493,222); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 50 doesn't; the Realme Narzo 50 is noticeably lighter (194g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 50
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme Narzo 50 better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 215g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 50 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 40/100). 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 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 50 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 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 | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 50
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 50
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 50
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Narzo 50 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme Narzo 50 by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme Narzo 50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (94/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50 is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 50 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme Narzo 50 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 50 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.