Realme X3 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme X3 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 50/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 859,084); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme X3 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme X3
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme X3 better?
- Lighter: 202g vs 216g
- Better portability (48/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 859084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1031
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2864
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 28/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme X3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 32 points higher (82/100 vs 50/100). 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 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme X3 (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme X3 (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (75/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme X3 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 859084 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1031 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2864 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10, Realme UI | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 202 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme X3
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme X3
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme X3
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme X3 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme X3 by 81.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme X3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme X3 (99/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme X3 (65/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (75/100 vs 28/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme X3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Realme X3 by 32 points (82/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme X3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme X3 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme X3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme X3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme X3 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.