Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo V40
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V40 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,027,925); the Vivo V40 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo V40
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo V40 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo V40, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 (85/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (69/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo V40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 1027925 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1131 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3111 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 164.2×75.0×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo V40
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo V40
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- 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
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo V40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Vivo V40 by 265.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 (94/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 (78/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 (85/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (69/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 by 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo V40 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.