Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 50/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 750,481); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo iQOO Z7
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 215g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 36 points higher (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (85/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (77/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 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 | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 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 Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo iQOO Z7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo iQOO Z7 by 400.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (94/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (85/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (77/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 36 points (86/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.