Vivo iQOO 15 vs ZTE Blade V40
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Blade V40 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 49/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the ZTE Blade V40 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
ZTE Blade V40
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the ZTE Blade V40, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 37 points higher (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | ZTE Blade V40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 165.8×77.2×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade V40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade V40
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- 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 V40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (78/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Blade V40 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.