Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $840 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 28/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 437,463); the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is noticeably lighter (173g vs 216g).
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 173g vs 216g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 437463
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $840
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 54 points higher (82/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8+ — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (74/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8+ | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 437463 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 173 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $499 |
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8+ and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $341. Vivo iQOO 15T was $341 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (95/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (74/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 54 points (82/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8+ over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.