Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 82/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 4,602,290).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 4602290
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 216g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Better portability (44/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 7 points higher (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100, 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 15 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 4602290 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7400 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 8000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra by 2.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (92/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra 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.