Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi 17
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 86/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 3,248,535); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi 17
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 3248535
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $709
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9287
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 94/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 1 points higher (87/100 vs 86/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- 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 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Xiaomi 17 by 15.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $110. Vivo iQOO 15 was $110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.