Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $899 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 42/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10 better?
- Lighter: 157g vs 216g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $899
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 40 points higher (82/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10 — 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 S10 (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (65/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (75/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (85/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 157 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 9W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy S10 by 84.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Vivo iQOO 15T was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (97/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (65/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (75/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (85/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 40 points (82/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 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.