Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo X Fold5
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X Fold5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $499 and $1160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 77/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo X Fold5
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 216g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1160
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold5 better?
- Better camera (74/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo X Fold5, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 5 points higher (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Vivo X Fold5 — 64/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (65/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo X Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $1160 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X Fold5
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo X Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo X Fold5 by 100.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $661. Vivo iQOO 15T was $661 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold5 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (65/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Vivo X Fold5 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo X Fold5 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo X Fold5 leads on camera score (74/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo X Fold5?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X Fold5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.