Realme Narzo 90 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme Narzo 90 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $179 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 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 581,041); the Realme Narzo 90 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 90
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme Narzo 90 better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $499
- Better portability (72/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 90 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 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme Narzo 90 — 72/100, 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 Narzo 90 (97/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 90 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.2×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 181 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 90
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 90
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 90 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme Narzo 90 by 87.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $320. Realme Narzo 90 was $320 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (97/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 (65/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 90 by 29 points (82/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 90 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme Narzo 90 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 90 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 90 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.