Vivo iQOO 15T vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 82/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,950,082).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3950082
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 216g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $892
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) 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 (83/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 5 points higher (87/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; 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 Ultra (China) 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 Ultra (China) (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 3950082 | |
| 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 | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 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 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) by 19.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $393. Vivo iQOO 15T was $393 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) 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 Ultra (China) (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
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 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.