Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 40/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 528,398); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 216g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 42 points higher (82/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 840 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite by 790.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite by 42 points (82/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.