Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo V40 Lite
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo V40 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 88/100 vs 54/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 737,054); the Vivo V40 Lite is noticeably lighter (179g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo V40 Lite
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo V40 Lite better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 215g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo V40 Lite, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 34 points higher (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (75/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo V40 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 737054 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2700 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 164.4×74.8×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo V40 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo V40 Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo V40 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo V40 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo V40 Lite by 435.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V40 Lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (98/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (85/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (75/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite by 34 points (88/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Vivo V40 Lite — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (98/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.