Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A15 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A15
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Better portability (60/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A15 — 56/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 87.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (92/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.