Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 70/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4900); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 2,763,072); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 9287
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 2763072
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $999
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 16 points higher (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 50/100, 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2763072 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
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 S25+ and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy S25+ by 26.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Vivo iQOO 15 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (85/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.