TCL 605 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The TCL 605 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $169 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 36/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 358,608); the TCL 605 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 605
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes TCL 605 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $499
- Better portability (62/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 605 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 46 points higher (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 48/100). Value score: TCL 605 — 42/100, 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 TCL 605 (97/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the TCL 605 (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (62/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 605 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.2×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $499 |
Camera comparison
TCL 605
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
TCL 605
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 605
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 605 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads TCL 605 by 92.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $330. TCL 605 was $330 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (97/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the TCL 605 (75/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (62/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the TCL 605 by 46 points (82/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 605 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The TCL 605 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 605 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the TCL 605 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.