Vivo iQOO 15R vs Xiaomi 14
The Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $450 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4610); the Vivo iQOO 15R is faster in AnTuTu (3,047,741 vs 2,363,726).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15R
Xiaomi 14
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3047741 vs 2363726
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 7000
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4610 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $599
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 197g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15R vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (71/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15R — 68/100, Xiaomi 14 — 64/100; 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 15R is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Xiaomi 14 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15R | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3047741 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 7000 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 138 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15R and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15R leads Xiaomi 14 by 28.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Vivo iQOO 15R was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (71/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (74/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Xiaomi 14 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Xiaomi 14?
The Vivo iQOO 15R has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 leads on camera score (71/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Xiaomi 14?
The Vivo iQOO 15R leads on performance (90/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15R over the Xiaomi 14?
The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.