Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi Mi 11
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi 11 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $599 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 62/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,102,627); the Xiaomi Mi 11 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi Mi 11
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1102627
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 55W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 11 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $599
- Better portability (60/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi Mi 11, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 24 points higher (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi Mi 11 — 46/100; 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 Mi 11 (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi Mi 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 1102627 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 164.3×74.6×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mi 11
- Main: 108MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- 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 Mi 11
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Xiaomi Mi 11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Xiaomi Mi 11 by 240.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Xiaomi Mi 11 was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (94/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (85/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 by 24 points (86/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi Mi 11 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Mi 11 is a better fit for active users.