Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi 12
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $599 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi 12
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $750
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 180g vs 215g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi 12, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (69/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- 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
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Xiaomi 12 by 184.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $151. Vivo iQOO 15 was $151 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (94/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (78/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (85/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (69/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.