Tecno Pop 5X vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 28/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 215g).
Tecno Pop 5X
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 150g vs 215g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pop 5X vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 58 points higher (86/100 vs 28/100). 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 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (78/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pop 5X | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Tecno Pop 5X
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In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (85/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop 5X and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Tecno Pop 5X has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pop 5X over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.