Vivo iQOO 15T vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 75/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 3,654,776).
Vivo iQOO 15T
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 3654776
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 216g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $799
- Better design/ergonomics (30/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 74/100)
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 9 points higher (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 74/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (30/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3815522 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 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 | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 216 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $499 | $799 |
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 4.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (90/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 74/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (30/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.