Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo S16
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S16 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 59/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,010,069); the Vivo S16 is noticeably lighter (182g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo S16
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo S16 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 215g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo S16, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 27 points higher (86/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo S16 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo S16 (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (76/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo S16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Origin OS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S16
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- 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 S16
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo S16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo S16 by 272.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (94/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo S16 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo S16 (78/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (76/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo S16?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 by 27 points (86/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo S16?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo S16 — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo S16?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo S16?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo S16?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S16 is a better fit for active users.