Samsung Galaxy M36 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy M36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, 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 51/100 (a 35-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 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy M36 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M36
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy M36 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 215g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M36 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 35 points higher (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (64/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M36 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 Samsung Galaxy M36 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy M36 by 79.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M36
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (94/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (64/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 by 35 points (86/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M36 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy M36 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M36 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.