Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo Z3i
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Z3i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 26/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3315); the main camera is 200 MP vs 16 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 314,537); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Z3i doesn't; the Vivo Z3i is noticeably lighter (164g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo Z3i
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3315 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Z3i better?
- Lighter: 164g vs 216g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo Z3i, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 56 points higher (82/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (97/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (99/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (65/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Z3i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (80/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo Z3i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 3315 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.1 (Oreo) | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.0×75.6×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Z3i
- Main: 16MP f/2.0
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Z3i
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Z3i
- 3315 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo Z3i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo Z3i by 1395.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Z3i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (97/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (99/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (65/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i (75/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Z3i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (80/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Z3i?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo Z3i by 56 points (82/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo Z3i?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo Z3i — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Z3i?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo Z3i?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo Z3i?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.