Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo Y21a
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y21a (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 22/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 177,554); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21a doesn't; the Vivo Y21a is noticeably lighter (182g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo Y21a
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y21a better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 216g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo Y21a, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 60 points higher (82/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 10/100). 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 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo Y21a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio P22 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 177554 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 723 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.3×76.1×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y21a
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y21a
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y21a
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo Y21a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo Y21a by 2549.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y21a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a (97/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y21a?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21a by 60 points (82/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo Y21a?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo Y21a — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y21a?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y21a?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo Y21a?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.