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).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 95
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 90
Vivo S16e
Performance
Display 80
Camera 32
Battery 44
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • 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)
What makes Vivo S16e better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 216g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo S16e: The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera
Vivo S16e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Vivo S16e
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery
Vivo S16e
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499
Vivo S16e
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.