Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $599 and $370. 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 4250); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 783,606); the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is noticeably lighter (158g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4250 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 158g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $599
- Better portability (96/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, 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 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 34/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (96/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4250 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 160.5×75.7×6.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 158 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- 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
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 4250 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 379.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (94/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (78/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (85/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (96/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 35 points (86/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.