Sony Xperia XZ3 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Sony Xperia XZ3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $899 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 34/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3330); 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 XZ3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ3
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Sony Xperia XZ3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Overall rating 34/100
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 3330 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $899
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 52 points higher (86/100 vs 34/100). 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 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ3 — 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 XZ3 (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Sony Xperia XZ3 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ3 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.0" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2880 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3330 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 | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×73.0×9.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ3
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 6.0" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x2880
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 3330 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 XZ3 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Sony Xperia XZ3 by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (78/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Sony Xperia XZ3 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 by 52 points (86/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ3 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Sony Xperia XZ3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ3 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.