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vivo iQOO 15 Specifications
Vivo
Released 2025, Oct 20
12 / 16 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
- 215g or 220g, 8.1mm thickness
- Android 16, up to 5 major upgrades
- 256GB/512GB/1TB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 10 | — |
| Display | 9.6 | — |
| Performance | 8.8 | — |
| Camera | 8 | — |
| Body | 6.8 | — |
| Gaming | 9.2 | — |
| Software | 9.5 | — |
| Connectivity | 9.4 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.85"
1440x3168 pixels
50MP
4320p
12/16GB RAM
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
7000mAh
100W40W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71 - International | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 - China | |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 75, 77, 78, 80, 81, 83, 84, 89, 91, 92, 93, 94 SA/NSA - China | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
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Launch
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Announced | 2025, October 20 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2025, October 20 |
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Body
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Dimensions | 163.7 x 76.8 x 8.1 mm (6.44 x 3.02 x 0.32 in) |
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| Weight | 215 g or 220 g (7.58 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum frame, glass-fiber reinforced plastic back or glass back | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) - International ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM - China |
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| ??? | IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Color-changing rear panel (gray color only) |
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Display
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Type | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid, 1000 nits (typ), 2600 nits (HBM), 6000 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.85 inches, 114.0 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3168 pixels (~508 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades, OriginOS 6 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x4.6 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) | |
| GPU | Adreno 840 |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 4.1 |
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Main Camera
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Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0??m, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.6, 85mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.95", 0.8??m, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.1, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64??m, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 32 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (wide), 1/3.1", 0.7??m |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| ??? | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio Snapdragon Sound |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LHDC 5 | |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Si/C Li-Ion 7000 mAh |
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| Charging | 100W wired, PPS, PD 40W wireless Bypass charging |
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Misc
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Colors | Alpha, Legend, Gray, Green, Blue, Apex |
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| Models | I2501, V2505A | |
| Price | ??????72,999 |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 2973303 (v10), 3785250 (v11) GeekBench: 10466 (v6) 3DMark: 7229 (Wild Life Extreme) |
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| Display | 1313 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Loudspeaker | -25.0 LUFS (Very good) | |
| Battery | Active use score 21:47h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is vivo iQOO 15 worth buying in 2026?
vivo iQOO 15 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is vivo iQOO 15 good for gaming?
vivo iQOO 15 scores 92/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of vivo iQOO 15?
vivo iQOO 15 has a 7,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does vivo iQOO 15 have?
vivo iQOO 15 features a 6.85-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is vivo iQOO 15 water resistant?
vivo iQOO 15 is rated IP69. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does vivo iQOO 15 have?
vivo iQOO 15 is available with 12 / 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for vivo iQOO 15?
Genze rates vivo iQOO 15 8.8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.
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