Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo V23 5G
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V23 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 51/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4200); 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 V23 5G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo V23 5G
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 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Vivo V23 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 215g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo V23 5G, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 35 points higher (86/100 vs 51/100). 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 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (85/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (82/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo V23 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| 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 | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 157.2×72.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo V23 5G
- 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 V23 5G
- 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 V23 5G
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo V23 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo V23 5G by 400.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V23 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (94/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (78/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (85/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (82/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V23 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G by 35 points (86/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo V23 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo V23 5G — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V23 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V23 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo V23 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.