Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 77/100 vs 34/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.9mm).
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 215g vs 220g
- Higher performance (78/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 43 points higher (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (77/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (77/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3740528 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $599 | — |
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (74/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (77/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 43 points (77/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (74/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (78/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.