Realme V23 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme V23 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, 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 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 569,913); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V23 doesn't; the Realme V23 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme V23
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme V23 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme V23 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 29/100). 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 V23 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme V23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme V23 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme V23
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme V23
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme V23
- 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 V23 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme V23 by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme V23
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (94/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (78/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme V23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme V23 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V23 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V23 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme V23 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V23 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme V23 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme V23 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.