Vivo iQOO 15T vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $499 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 73/100 (a 9-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 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $700
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better camera (78/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 9 points higher (82/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | — | |
| Launch price | $499 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 167.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $201. Vivo iQOO 15T was $201 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.