Vivo iQOO 15 vs ZTE Blade V40s
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Blade V40s (2022) runs on the Unisoc UMS512T T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the ZTE Blade V40s is noticeably lighter (184g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
ZTE Blade V40s
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40s better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 215g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the ZTE Blade V40s, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (85/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | ZTE Blade V40s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc UMS512T 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 | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 163.5×75.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade V40s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade V40s
- 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 V40s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40s
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (85/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Blade V40s — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.