Vivo iQOO 15T vs Xiaomi 13T
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 13T (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra; launch prices were $499 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 63/100 (a 19-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 is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,175,951); the Xiaomi 13T is noticeably lighter (197g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Xiaomi 13T
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1175951
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3700
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $499
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Xiaomi 13T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 19 points higher (82/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Xiaomi 13T — 50/100; 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 Xiaomi 13T (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Xiaomi 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 1175951 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3700 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 123 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.2×75.7×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 13T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 13T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Xiaomi 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Xiaomi 13T by 300.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Xiaomi 13T was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (97/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (75/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 13T — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi 13T — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Xiaomi 13T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for active users.