Vivo iQOO 15 vs ZTE nubia V80 Max
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE nubia V80 Max (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 40/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the ZTE nubia V80 Max is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
ZTE nubia V80 Max
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 22W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE nubia V80 Max better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the ZTE nubia V80 Max, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 46 points higher (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE nubia V80 Max is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | ZTE nubia V80 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 22W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 780 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 171.6×77.8×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE nubia V80 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE nubia V80 Max
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- 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
ZTE nubia V80 Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 22W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE nubia V80 Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (94/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (85/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE nubia V80 Max is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max by 46 points (86/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE nubia V80 Max — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.