Vivo iQOO 15T vs Xiaomi 15T

The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra; estimated prices are $499 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 75/100 vs 52/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 1,915,524); the Xiaomi 15T is noticeably lighter (194g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T by 23 points (75/100 vs 52/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 74
Design 30
Value for money 75
Xiaomi 15T
Performance 30
Display 100
Camera 55
Battery 54
Design 57
Value for money 79
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 1915524
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1579
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6100
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 55/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T better?
  • Lighter: 194g vs 216g
  • Cheaper: $449 vs $499

  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Xiaomi 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 23 points higher (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (57/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 15T: The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO 15T Xiaomi 15T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra
AnTuTu 3815522 1915524
Geekbench Single 3228 1579
Geekbench Multi 9553 6100
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3168 2712x1220
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
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 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm
Weight 216 g 194 g
Price $499 $449
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
63
camera
Xiaomi 15T
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
55
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 15T
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Xiaomi 15T
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Xiaomi 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo iQOO 15T MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100
3815522 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15T MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra
52/100 -99.2%
1915524 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15T leads Xiaomi 15T by 99.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499
Xiaomi 15T
$449

Price difference: $50. Xiaomi 15T is cheaper by $50.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (82/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (74/100 vs 54/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (57/100 vs 30/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T by 23 points (75/100 vs 52/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 15T — 52/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 55/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (82/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Xiaomi 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.