Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 855
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 824,513); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo iQOO Neo 855
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 855 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 855, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo iQOO Neo 855 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9.0 (Pie); Funtouch 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 159.5×75.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 855
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 855
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
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 Neo 855
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo iQOO Neo 855, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo iQOO Neo 855 by 355.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 855
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (94/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (99/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 (85/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 855?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 855?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 855 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 855?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 855?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 855?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.