Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 2,817,788); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 2817788
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 197g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $599
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100; 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 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 33.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Vivo iQOO 15R was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO 15R — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.