Samsung Galaxy M53 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy M53 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 900, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 54/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 671,241); the Samsung Galaxy M53 is noticeably lighter (176g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M53
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy M53 better?
- Lighter: 176g vs 216g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 671241
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1003
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2423
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M53 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 28 points higher (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 (65/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M53 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (80/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M53 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 900 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 671241 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1003 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2423 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.7×77.0×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 176 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M53
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M53
- 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M53
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M53 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy M53 by 85.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M53
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 (97/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 (65/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M53 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (80/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M53 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M53 by 28 points (82/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M53 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy M53 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M53 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M53 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M53 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.