Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 75/100 vs 26/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 49 points (75/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 74
Design 30
Value for money 75
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Lighter: 173g vs 216g

  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 49 points higher (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (74/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (74/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO 15T Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 3815522
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3168 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 200 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 216 g 173 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
63
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (63/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (74/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 30/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 49 points (75/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.