TCL 605 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The TCL 605 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $169 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 36/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 358,608); the TCL 605 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 605
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes TCL 605 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $799
- Better portability (62/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 605 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 53 points higher (89/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 48/100). Value score: TCL 605 — 42/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (92/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (62/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 605 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.2×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $799 |
Camera comparison
TCL 605
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 605
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 605
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 605 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads TCL 605 by 92.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $630. TCL 605 was $630 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (99/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (92/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (62/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 605 by 53 points (89/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 605 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The TCL 605 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the TCL 605 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.