Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo S16e
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 49/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo S16e is noticeably lighter (187g vs 216g).
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo S16e
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
- Lighter: 187g vs 216g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo S16e, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 33 points higher (82/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo S16e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Exynos 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3815522 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo S16e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S16e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S16e
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S16e
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In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (65/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo S16e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo S16e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo S16e — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo S16e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo S16e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use.