Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $929 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 32/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 216g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $929
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 50 points higher (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 8 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (65/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 8 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×74.8×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $929 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy Note 8 by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $430. Vivo iQOO 15T was $430 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (97/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (65/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (75/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 by 50 points (82/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 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.