Vivo iQOO 15 vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $599 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $599
- Better portability (56/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro — 20/100; 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 9T Pro (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (99/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (85/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 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 9T Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro by 355.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $199. Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro was $199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (94/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (99/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (78/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (85/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.