Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 79/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,974,201); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2974201
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $499
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 3 points higher (82/100 vs 79/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo S50 Pro mini by 58.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $14. Vivo S50 Pro mini was $14 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Vivo S50 Pro mini by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.