Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $499 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 82/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 4,704,310).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 216g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $840
- Better portability (44/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 4704310
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 10402
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 8000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 7 points higher (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Vivo iQOO 15T by 14.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $341. Vivo iQOO 15T was $341 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 99/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (90/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.