Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo Y18t
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y18t (2024) runs on the Unisoc T612. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 30/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y18t doesn't; the Vivo Y18t is noticeably lighter (185g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo Y18t
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo Y18t better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 216g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo Y18t, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 52 points higher (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t (97/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y18t notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo Y18t | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T612 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 360 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1250 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 840 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y18t
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y18t
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y18t
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y18t
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t (97/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y18t notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y18t?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18t by 52 points (82/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo Y18t?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo Y18t — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y18t?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y18t?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo Y18t?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.