Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo T5e
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo T5e (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $499 and $136. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 31/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5e doesn't; the Vivo T5e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo T5e
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1750
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo T5e better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $136 vs $499
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo T5e, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 51 points higher (82/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Vivo T5e — 40/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo T5e (75/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5e is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo T5e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 570 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.3×77.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $136 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo T5e
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo T5e
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5e
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $363. Vivo T5e was $363 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (97/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo T5e (75/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5e is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo T5e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e by 51 points (82/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo T5e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo T5e — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo T5e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo T5e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo T5e?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.