Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1000 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 37/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 594,285); the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 9 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 216g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1000
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 45 points higher (82/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 43/100). 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 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 9 — 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 9 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (65/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 9 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 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 / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×76.4×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $1000 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 6.4" 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 9
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 87.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $501. Vivo iQOO 15T was $501 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (65/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (75/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 45 points (82/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 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 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 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.