Vivo iQOO 15R vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 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 73/100 (a 9-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 2,817,788); 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?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- 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 2817788
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 93/100)
- 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 9 points higher (82/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100, 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 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100). 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 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2817788 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| 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 40.1% 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 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100).
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 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15R has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, 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).
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.