Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 88/100 vs 72/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,047,741); 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: 3950082 vs 3047741
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 90/100)
- 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?
- 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 16 points higher (88/100 vs 72/100). 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 — 90/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 68/100; 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 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100). 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 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3047741 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9119 | |
| 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 29.6% 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 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100).
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 16 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 72/100.
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).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (98/100 vs 90/100).
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.