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).
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo T5e
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 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 (95/100 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)
- Lighter: 199g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $136 vs $499
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
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 (95/100 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 — 90/100, Vivo T5e — 40/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (95/100 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).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo T5e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 3815522 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 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 |
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo T5e
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
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
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5e
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $363. Vivo T5e was $363 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo T5e (95/100 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).
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 (95/100 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. The Vivo T5e is a better fit for everyday use.