Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi 13 Lite
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 13 Lite (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1; launch prices were $599 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-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 859,516); the Xiaomi 13 Lite is noticeably lighter (171g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi 13 Lite
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 859516
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2785
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 Lite better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $599
- Better portability (84/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi 13 Lite, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi 13 Lite — 36/100; 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 13 Lite (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (84/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi 13 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 859516 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1044 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2785 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 171 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 6.5" 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 13 Lite
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Xiaomi 13 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Xiaomi 13 Lite by 337.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $199. Xiaomi 13 Lite was $199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (94/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (85/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (84/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 13 Lite — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.