Vivo iQOO 12 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $810 and $499. Both devices score the same overall rating of 82/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,433,337).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Vivo iQOO 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 205g vs 216g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2433337
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $810
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T received the same MobileRank rating — 82/100. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro leads (79/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 12 Pro — 78/100, 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (79/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 12 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2433337 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $810 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 12 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo iQOO 12 Pro by 48.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $311. Vivo iQOO 15T was $311 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (79/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
Both devices scored 82/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO 15T (97/100 vs 83/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro leads on camera score (79/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 12 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 12 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.