Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo X Fold3
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X Fold3 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 74/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,757,044); the Vivo X Fold3 is thinner (4.7mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo X Fold3
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 219g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold3 better?
- Better portability (64/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo X Fold3, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 12 points higher (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (85/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (64/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo X Fold3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 160.0×142.7×4.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X Fold3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X Fold3
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- 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 X Fold3
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo X Fold3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo X Fold3 by 113.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X Fold3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (94/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (85/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold3 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (64/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo X Fold3?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Vivo X Fold3 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo X Fold3?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo X Fold3 — 74/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo X Fold3?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo X Fold3?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X Fold3 is a better fit for active users.