Sony Xperia XZ2 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Sony Xperia XZ2 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, 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 30/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3180); the main camera is 19 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 595,284); the Sony Xperia XZ2 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 216g).
Sony Xperia XZ2
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 198g vs 216g
- Overall rating 30/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 595284
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 563
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2006
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3180 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ2 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 52 points higher (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ2 — 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 Sony Xperia XZ2 (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (65/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ2 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 595284 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 563 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2006 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3180 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.0×72.0×11.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Sony Xperia XZ2
- Main: 19MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Sony Xperia XZ2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sony Xperia XZ2
- 3180 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Sony Xperia XZ2 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Sony Xperia XZ2 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $300 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (65/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 by 52 points (82/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ2 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ2 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ2 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 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.