Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo Y500s
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y500s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $499 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 45/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo Y500s
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 216g vs 219g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y500s better?
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $499
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo Y500s, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 37 points higher (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 46/100). 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 60/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Vivo Y500s — 44/100; 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 Y500s (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo Y500s (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo Y500s are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo Y500s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y500s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y500s
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500s
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo Y500s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo Y500s by 727.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Vivo Y500s was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo Y500s (75/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo Y500s are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo Y500s — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.