Vivo iQOO 15 vs ZTE Blade A35
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Blade A35 (2024) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 36/100 (a 50-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 A35 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
ZTE Blade A35
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A35 better?
- Overall rating 36/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the ZTE Blade A35, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 50 points higher (86/100 vs 36/100). 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 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the ZTE Blade A35 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | ZTE Blade A35 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 2 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 167.7×77.4×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade A35
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 2MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade A35
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
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 A35
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A35
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the ZTE Blade A35 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE Blade A35?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 by 50 points (86/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the ZTE Blade A35?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Blade A35 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE Blade A35?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the ZTE Blade A35?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.