Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $599 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 86/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $986
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better camera (100/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 2 points higher (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 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 "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (48/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- 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 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $387. Vivo iQOO 15 was $387 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (100/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (48/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max edges out the Vivo iQOO 15 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.