Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo S18e
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 53/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 971,424); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo S18e
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo S18e, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 33 points higher (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 57/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (66/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo S18e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3740528 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" 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 S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo S18e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo S18e by 285.1% in our overall performance rating.
Vivo S18e
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (66/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 33 points (86/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo S18e — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.