Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo S18e
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 53/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 971,424); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 216g).
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo S18e
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
- Lighter: 193g vs 216g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo S18e, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 29 points higher (82/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 57/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (66/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo S18e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3815522 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo S18e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo S18e by 292.8% in our overall performance rating.
Vivo S18e
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (95/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (65/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (75/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (66/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 29 points (82/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo S18e — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo S18e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.