Sony Xperia XZ3 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Sony Xperia XZ3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $899 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 34/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3330); the main camera is 19 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 572,788); the Sony Xperia XZ3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ3
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Sony Xperia XZ3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 216g
- Better portability (47/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3330 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $899
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 48 points higher (82/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ3 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (65/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ3 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.0" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2880 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3330 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×73.0×9.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ3
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 6.0" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x2880
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia XZ3 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Sony Xperia XZ3 by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Vivo iQOO 15T was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (65/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 by 48 points (82/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Sony Xperia XZ3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ3 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.