Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 64/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,746,199); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 215g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $999
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 38/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (85/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (78/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1746199 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 Z Flip5 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 53.5% 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (94/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (85/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (78/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.