Vivo iQOO 15R vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $450 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 72/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,047,741); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15R
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 197g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $499
- Better portability (62/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3047741
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15R vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 10 points higher (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15R — 68/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (65/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (62/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15R | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3047741 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15R and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 35.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Vivo iQOO 15R was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (65/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (62/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO 15R — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15R has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15R over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.