Vivo iQOO 15 vs ZTE Blade A34
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Blade A34 (2024) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 32/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A34 doesn't; the ZTE Blade A34 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
ZTE Blade A34
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A34 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the ZTE Blade A34, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 54 points higher (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A34 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A34 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A34 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A34 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | ZTE Blade A34 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Spreadtrum Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 Tiramisu | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade A34
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade A34
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade A34
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A34
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A34 (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A34 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A34 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A34 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE Blade A34?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A34 by 54 points (86/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the ZTE Blade A34?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Blade A34 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE Blade A34?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the ZTE Blade A34?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.