Vivo iQOO 15T vs Xiaomi 15
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $635. Both devices score the same overall rating of 82/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5240); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 2,914,100); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Xiaomi 15
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5240 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $635
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 216g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 15 received the same MobileRank rating — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (78/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Xiaomi 15 — 78/100; 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Xiaomi 15 by 61.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $136. Vivo iQOO 15T was $136 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 15?
Both devices scored 82/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO 15T (97/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.