Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo V40 SE
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo V40 SE (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 49/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 568,395); the Vivo V40 SE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo V40 SE
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo V40 SE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 216g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo V40 SE, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 33 points higher (82/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (65/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 SE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo V40 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo V40 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo V40 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V40 SE
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo V40 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo V40 SE by 727.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V40 SE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (65/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (75/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 SE notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo V40 SE?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo V40 SE?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo V40 SE — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo V40 SE?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo V40 SE?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo V40 SE?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.