Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo Y36 4G
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y36 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 38/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 424,216).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo Y36 4G
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Vivo Y36 4G better?
- Lighter: 202g vs 215g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo Y36 4G, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 48 points higher (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 31/100). 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 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y36 4G is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo Y36 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 424216 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 412 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1423 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| 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 | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 164.1×76.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 202 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y36 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y36 4G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- 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 Y36 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo Y36 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo Y36 4G by 785.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y36 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G (94/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y36 4G is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo Y36 4G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 4G by 48 points (86/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo Y36 4G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo Y36 4G — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo Y36 4G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo Y36 4G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo Y36 4G?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.