TCL 50 LE vs Vivo iQOO 15
The TCL 50 LE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $92 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 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 515,647); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the TCL 50 LE doesn't; the TCL 50 LE is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 LE
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes TCL 50 LE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $92 vs $599
- Better portability (51/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 LE 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 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 22/100). Value score: TCL 50 LE — 52/100, 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 TCL 50 LE (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 LE (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 LE (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 LE (85/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 LE and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 LE | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×75.4×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $92 | $599 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 LE
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 LE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 LE
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
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 TCL 50 LE and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads TCL 50 LE by 86.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $507. TCL 50 LE was $507 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 LE (94/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 LE (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 LE (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 LE (85/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 LE and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 LE or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 LE by 56 points (86/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 LE and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The TCL 50 LE has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 LE or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 LE or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 LE 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.