Sony Xperia XZ2 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Sony Xperia XZ2 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 30/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3180); the main camera is 19 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 572,788); the Sony Xperia XZ2 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ2
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Sony Xperia XZ2 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Overall rating 30/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3180 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ2 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 56 points higher (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ2 — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Sony Xperia XZ2 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ2 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3180 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.0×72.0×11.1 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ2
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ2
- 3180 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
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 Sony Xperia XZ2 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Sony Xperia XZ2 by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Vivo iQOO 15 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Sony Xperia XZ2 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 by 56 points (86/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ2 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ2 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.