Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo S16e
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080. 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 4600); the Vivo S16e is noticeably lighter (187g vs 215g).
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo S16e
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
- Lighter: 187g vs 215g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo S16e, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 37 points higher (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (70/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo S16e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Exynos 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3740528 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" 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 | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S16e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S16e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo S16e
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S16e
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In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (70/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo S16e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo S16e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo S16e — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo S16e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo S16e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use.