Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy S25 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,583,039); the Samsung Galaxy S25 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 216g
- Better portability (89/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2583039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9600
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 — 44/100, 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (89/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2583039 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9600 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 162 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy S25 by 45.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (65/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (75/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (89/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.