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vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£660RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.85 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

9.0/10

Overall score

Score
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

90%

9.0

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 99% of smartphones
8.4

Value for money

Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

★Better than 98%
9.0

Technical score

Technical score
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.7

Camera

15%

9.5

Display

15%

9.3

Battery

10%

9.2

Software

10%

8.7

Connectivity

4%

8.8

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

★Better than 99%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £660
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.7

Camera

15%

9.5

Display

15%

9.3

Battery

10%

9.2

Software

10%

8.7

Connectivity

4%

8.8

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

9.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

9.0

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

8.4
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor which is faster than processors in 98.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
4.6 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 4.6 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 98.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 16 (OriginOS 6)
Android version
Android 16
This smartphone runs Android version Android 16 which is newer than that found in 95.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 4.4% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 72.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.1 & f/2.7
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.1 & f/2.7 which is narrower than that of 82.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
2 SIM (International version has Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time), China version has Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.85 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.85 inches which is larger than the screens of 91.6% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 3168 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3168 px which is higher than that of 95.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
508 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 508 ppi which is higher than that of 93.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
7,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 7,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 86% of smartphones and equal to those in 4.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 100 W which is faster than in 90.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
82 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 82 min which is slower than 70.8% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.6% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.65 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.65 mm which is taller than 51.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
76.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.8 mm which is wider than 68.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.1 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 58.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
215 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 215 g which is heavier than 77.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
99,104 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 99,104 cm³ which is larger than 58.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 40% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 91.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • 5,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (6,000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    6,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 3.87x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,641 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,641 vs 942
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 15% better value for money
    vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.43 vs 7.3).
    8.43 vs 7.34
  • 91.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3.87x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,641 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,641 vs 942
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x4.6 GHz & 6x3.62 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x4.6 GHz & 6x3.62 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 48.9% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (16,058 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    16,058 vs 10,783
  • 8 more CPU threads
    This smartphone offers more CPU threads than the average smartphone (16 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    16 vs 8
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 11.72x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (12,000 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1,024 KB.
    12,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 3.31x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (84.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    84.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 5.51x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (6,757 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    6,757 vs 1,226
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • 4.61x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (2,801 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    2,801 vs 608
  • 93.9% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (5,333 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    5,333 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    LPDDR5
    5 vs 4
  • 26.3% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1,200 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,200 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 55.3% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (16,000 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone includes 10,300 million transistors.
    16,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports newer OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenCL version than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average version is 2.
    3 vs 2
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Summary, AI Polishing, AI Magic Move, AI Image Expander, AI UHD, AI Captions, AI Call Translation, AI Reflection Remover, AI Erase, AI Colour Adjustment
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 16 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 16 vs Android 14
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
    with 4K 120fps support
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has an RGB LED flash
    This smartphone features an RGB LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 3.9% of smartphones include RGB flash.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3.2 vs 2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (6 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    6 vs 5.2
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 5,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (6,000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    6,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3168 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3168 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 28.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (508 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    508 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.18 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.85 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (8000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    8,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 64.5% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1,086 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,086 nits vs 660 nits
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 419.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1,313 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,313 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 40% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (21:47 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    21:47 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 43% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1,124 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,124 min vs 786 min
  • 2x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (40 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    40 W vs 20 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    October 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.1 & f/2.7 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.1 & f/2.7 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 20 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (82 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    82 min vs 62 min
  • 9.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (215 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    215 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.54x more expensive
    vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£660 vs £260).
    £660 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 26.8% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (2,801 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    2,801 vs 3,825
  • 0.8 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.54x more expensive
    vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£660 vs £260).
    £660 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 26.8% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (2,801 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    2,801 vs 3,825
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.1 & f/2.7 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.1 & f/2.7 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 20 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (82 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    82 min vs 62 min
  • 9.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (215 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    215 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.8 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.8 mm vs 76 mm

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androidcentral.com
08/12/2025
Hands-on review · Price and performance
Verdict
The iQOO 15 is a fast, long-lasting phone with excellent software support, though it runs hot in long games and costs much more than its predecessor.
thehindu.com
28/11/2025
Hands-on review · Gaming flagship
Verdict
The iQOO 15 is a speed-focused flagship with a bright, adaptive 2K screen and steady gaming performance, though the OnePlus 15 still leads in refinement and camera polish.
mensxp.com
31/12/2025
Long-term review · Daily use
Verdict
The iQOO 15 is a fast, reliable daily phone with a bright screen and strong gaming, though its ultrawide camera struggles in low light.
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digit.in
12/01/2026
Summary of the review
iQOO 15 review: From flagship killer to full-fledged flagship
gizchina.com
07/12/2025
Hands-on review · Gaming performance
Verdict
The iQOO 15 is built for gaming, with a Q3 chip that adds ray tracing and steadier frame rates, though its cameras trail camera-focused flagships.
gadgetbytenepal.com
05/01/2026
Long-term review · Display and cameras
Verdict
The iQOO 15 is a display-first flagship with a Samsung panel and consistent daytime cameras, but its battery trails the OnePlus 15 and its software is cluttered.
outlookbusiness.com
22/01/2026
Long-term review · Gaming and battery
Verdict
The iQOO 15 suits gamers and anyone who wants a day and a half of battery, though its camera disappoints in low light and fast action.
mensxp.com
26/11/2025
In-depth review · Balanced flagship
Verdict
The iQOO 15 is a balanced flagship with strong gaming, a reliable camera and a day-long battery, though its AI features are basic.
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smartzone.de
13/12/2025
Summary of the review
Camera Comparison: Vivo X300 Pro vs. iQOO 15
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technoinfo.ma
21/10/2025
Summary of the review
Vivo iQOO 15 Review: Power, Design, and Ultimate Performance
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Powerful performance for demanding tasks and gaming due to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and dedicated Q3 chip.
  • Excellent battery life, with the large 7,000 mAh silicon-carbon battery easily lasting a day and a half with heavy use.
  • A stunning 6.85-inch 2K Samsung AMOLED display with high brightness (up to 6,000 nits peak), 144Hz refresh rate, and good eye protection features.
  • High-quality build with IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance, a premium feel in hand, and an effective ultrasonic fingerprint reader.
  • Capable main and telephoto cameras (both 50MP with OIS) that produce detailed, natural-looking photos in good lighting conditions.
  • Improved software experience with OriginOS 6, offering extensive customization and a commitment to five major Android OS updates and seven years of security patches.
  • Fast 100W wired charging (charger included in the box) and the addition of wireless charging support.
  • Modern connectivity features including Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, an IR blaster, and fast USB 3.2 with OTG support.

What customers don't like about vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB)

  • A significant price increase over its predecessor, making it less of a 'flagship killer' and placing it against more premium competitors.
  • Noticeable performance throttling and high heat generation during extended, demanding use or gaming sessions.
  • The ultra-wide and selfie cameras are considered underwhelming and not on par with other flagships in its price range.
  • Underwhelming speaker performance compared to top competitors.
  • The phone is physically large and on the heavier side, which may impact comfort for some users.
  • Some popular game titles are software-limited to 60fps, preventing users from taking full advantage of the 144Hz display.
  • Chinese versions may have some software limitations (e.g., lack of eSIM, some AI features) and potential bloatware.
  • Variable screen protection material (some variants use different glass than flagship competitors) and the telephoto lens has difficulty with close focus.

Verdict

The vivo iQOO 15 (12GB + 512GB) is a performance-focused flagship smartphone featuring the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. Key features include a stunning 6.85-inch 2K (1440x3168) 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display, a large 7,000mAh battery with 100W wired and 40W wireless charging support, and a versatile 50MP triple-camera system including a periscope telephoto lens. Pros praise its exceptional performance and thermal management, impressive battery life, top-tier display quality, and a commitment to five OS updates and seven years of security patches. Potential cons include an ultrawide camera that may struggle in low light, some pre-installed bloatware, average speaker audio depth, and a higher price point compared to previous models.

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