Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $899 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10 better?
- Lighter: 157g vs 215g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 9W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $899
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (85/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (85/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 9W
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 S10 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy S10 by 80.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (94/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (78/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (85/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (85/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 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.