Vivo iQOO 15T vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 82/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,998,145).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3998145
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 216g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Xiaomi 17 Pro Max by 17.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo iQOO 15T was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.