Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo iQOO Z9x
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z9x (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 49/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 737,054); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9x doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9x is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo iQOO Z9x
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9x better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9x, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 37 points higher (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9x is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo iQOO Z9x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 737054 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2700 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 165.7×76.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 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 Z9x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo iQOO Z9x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo iQOO Z9x by 409.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9x
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (94/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (85/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9x is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z9x?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo iQOO Z9x?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9x — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z9x?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo iQOO Z9x?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo iQOO Z9x?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.