TCL K70 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $149 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 575,630); the TCL K70 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL K70
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $599
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL K70 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 48/100). Value score: TCL K70 — 60/100, 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 K70 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL K70 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 575630 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $599 |
Camera comparison
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL K70
- 5200 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 K70 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads TCL K70 by 84.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. TCL K70 was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (94/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL K70 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the TCL K70 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The TCL K70 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL K70 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL K70 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the TCL K70 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.