Vivo iQOO 15T vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 82/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,600,724).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3600724
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 216g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Better camera (93/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 7 points higher (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (93/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 30.6% 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (93/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.