Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi 14T
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 14T (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra; launch prices were $599 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 69/100 (a 17-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 1,559,755); the Xiaomi 14T is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi 14T
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1559755
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1256
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4207
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14T better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $599
- Better portability (64/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi 14T, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 17 points higher (86/100 vs 69/100). 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 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi 14T — 62/100; 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 14T (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (64/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi 14T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 1559755 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1256 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4207 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 134 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 160.5×75.1×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 14T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 14T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 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 14T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Xiaomi 14T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Xiaomi 14T by 141.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Xiaomi 14T was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (94/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (64/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 14T — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 14T — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi 14T?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 14T is a better fit for active users.